Neomycin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Ointment. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Other than this, Neomycin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Neomycin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Neomycin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Neomycin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Neomycin is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Neomycin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Neomycin related warnings section.
The section on Neomycin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Neomycin with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Neomycin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Neomycin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Neomycin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Neomycin safe for pregnant women?
Neomycin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Neomycin without medical advice.
Is the use of Neomycin safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Neomycin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Neomycin on the Kidneys?
Neomycin has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Neomycin on the Liver?
Using Neomycin does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Neomycin on the Heart?
You can take Neomycin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Neomycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neomycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Neomycin habit forming or addictive?
Neomycin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Neomycin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Neomycin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Neomycin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Neomycin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Neomycin
Taking Neomycin with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Neomycin
Information about the interaction of Neomycin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
No, Neomycin itself does not cause yeast infection. There are no reports of yeast infection among patient who used this medicine.
Neomycin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic, active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by stopping the production of proteins that bacteria need to survive. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Haemophilus influenza, Proteus species, S. aureus, and Serratia species. Pseudomonas aeruginosa is generally resistant.
No, Neomycin does not burn but it has been reported to cause a burning sensation and it is a common side effect of this medicine. However, if you are experiencing a burning sensation after taking this drug, then do not hesitate to inform your doctor.
Discontinuing Neomycin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
Yes, Neomycin has been reported to cause dermatitis. If you are experiencing dermatitis after taking or using this drug, then consult your doctor immediately without any further delay.
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