Neomycin ointment
General English name: Neomycin oinment
Application: skin infection
Neomycin pharmaceutical forms
Pharmacological information of neomycin ointment
The correct amount and method of using neomycin ointment
Contraindications Neomycin ointment
Use of neomycin ointment during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of Neomycin consumption on driving
Drug interaction of neomycin ointment Warning about using neomycin ointment
Side effects of neomycin ointment
Side effects of overuse of neomycin ointment (Neomycin poisoning)
Storage conditions of Neomycin ointment
Neomycin pharmaceutical forms
Ointment, tablets
Pharmacological information of neomycin ointment
Neomycin ointment is used to prevent harmful skin infections. Neomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that stops the growth of certain bacteria. The antibiotic neomycin only prevents bacterial infections; it is not effective against viral or fungal infections. Be aware that unnecessary or excessive use of any antibiotic can reduce its effectiveness.
If you need more information about neomycin tablets, refer to the relevant page.
The correct amount and method of using neomycin ointment
Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get information about the drug and its possible side effects.
The dose and amount of Neomycin varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised. Usually the doctor prescribes this ointment 3-4 times a day, you do not need to wash the remaining ointment from the previous series each time you use it.
Thoroughly wash and dry the affected area before using neomycin ointment, then apply the ointment to the affected area.
If your illness does not improve or worsens 1 week after taking this ointment, see your doctor.
Wash and dry your hands before and after using neomycin ointment to prevent the spread of infection.
Avoid contact of neomycin ointment with eyes.
Take neomycin ointment regularly to make it work for you.
Do not use neomycin ointment for large areas of skin.
Do not use this ointment for serious skin infections. First, ask your doctor before using this medicine for serious skin injuries (such as deep wounds, insect bites, serious burns). For these types of diseases, the treatment may be different, consult your doctor for more information.
Contraindications Neomycin ointment
- Note the expiration date of neomycin ointment and do not take it if your medicine has expired.
- Never give Neomycin ointment to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
- Check for drug interactions Neomycin ointment, and if you are using a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Use of neomycin ointment during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily and without consulting your doctor.
The effect of Neomycin consumption on driving
Neomycin ointment can not cause blurred vision, you do not need to avoid driving and working with machines.
Drug interaction of neomycin ointment
It may alter the performance of medications and increase the risk of serious side effects. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist.
Warning about using neomycin ointment
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before using neomycin ointment:
- If you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
- If you are taking a particular medicine or skin product. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to another medicine.
Side effects of neomycin ointment
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some of the side effects of this drug are:
Red
Itching
skin inflamation
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel are due to the use of Neomycin ointment.
Side effects of overuse of neomycin ointment (Neomycin poisoning)
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room immediately.
Storage conditions of Neomycin ointment
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.