Neomycin

NEOMYCIN

Overview:

Neomycin, an antibiotic, is used to prevent or treat skin infections caused by bacteria. It is not effective against fungal or viral infections.

Classification:

Antibiotic

Uses:

Neomycin oral tablet is used to prevent or treat bacterial infections in the intestines. It’s given before certain surgeries. It’s also used to treat hepatic coma, which is the loss of brain function due to a liver problem. Hepatic coma happens when your liver can’t remove ammonia from your blood

How It Work:

Neomycin works by killing bacteria and stopping it from growing in your body. This treats your infection or stops an infection from forming in the first place.People with hepatic coma can’t remove ammonia from their blood. Neomycin works by killing bacteria in their gut, which releases ammonia.

Dosage:

As prescribed by your doctor.

Side Effects:

irritation

burning

redness

rash

itching

hearing difficulty

decreased urination

Precautions:

Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.

Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had kidney disease.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using neomycin, call your doctor.

Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to neomycin or any other drugs.

Disclaimer:

This content is for informational purposes only. Always consult a healthcare provider for medical advice and proper dosage.