Neopam 25 Injection Information

Neopam 25 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Organophosphate Poisoning. The alternative uses of Neopam 25 Injection have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Neopam 25 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Neopam 25 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Neopam 25 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Neopam 25 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Mild while nursing. It is important to know if Neopam 25 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Neopam 25 Injection related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Neopam 25 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Neopam 25 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Neopam 25 Injection is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Neopam Benefits & Uses
Neopam Dosage & How to Take
Neopam Side Effects
Neopam Related Warnings
Neopam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Neopam
Neopam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Neopam 25 Injection Benefits & Uses

Neopam 25 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Organophosphate Poisoning

Neopam 25 Injection Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Neopam 25 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Neopam 25 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Neopam may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Neopam again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Neopam 25 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Neopam as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Neopam 25 Injection on the Kidneys?

Neopam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Neopam 25 Injection on the Liver?

Using Neopam does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Neopam 25 Injection on the Heart?

Using Neopam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Neopam 25 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neopam 25 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Neopam 25 Injection

Is this Neopam 25 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Neopam 25 Injection does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Neopam 25 Injection as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Neopam 25 Injection only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Neopam 25 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Neopam 25 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Neopam 25 Injection

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Neopam 25 Injection, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Neopam 25 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Neopam 25 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protopam Chloride (pralidoxime chloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 111

Neopam 25 Injection