Neomycin Sulfate Oral - Neomycin - Oral Solution, Tablet Generic Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Neomycin Sulfate Oral
• Neo-Fradin, Neo-Tabs
• nee-oh-MY-sin

Usage Instructions

• Take this medication by mouth as directed.
• May take this on a full or empty stomach.
• Follow instructions closely regarding diet and other medications.

Drug Interactions

• Tell your doctor of any over-the-counter or prescription medication you may take.
• Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Read Before Using Neomycin Sulfate Oral (precautions)

• Tell your doctor if you have.

Neomycin Sulfate Oral Storage Instructions

• Store at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from heat and light.
• Do not store in the bathroom.

Possible Side Effects

• Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, stomach ache, or soreness in mouth or rectal area may occur.
• If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor.
• Notify your doctor if you experience.

Neomycin Sulfate Oral Miscellaneous Notes

• Neomycin has been found to have an effect on lowering blood cholesterol levels when used alone or in combination with niacin.
• This, however, is not an approved use of the drug.
• If your doctor has prescribed this for you for lowering cholesterol, discuss diet and other drug therapies as well.

Warning

• This drug has caused kidney problems, nerve damage or permanent hearing loss, even at usual doses.
• Hearing loss can occur even after the drug is stopped.
• If you already have kidney problems or hearing difficulty, tell your doctor.
• Notify your doctor immediately if any of the following occur.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is an antibiotic used before bowel surgery to prevent infection.
• It is also used in the treatment of coma due to liver disease.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• When used before bowel surgery, the doses are scheduled based on when the surgery will occur.
• Therefore, it is important to take each dose as scheduled and follow the dietary restrictions and bowel cleaning procedures closely.
• If you miss a dose of this medication or forget a step as outlined, consult your health care professional for advice on establishing a new schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose of medication to catch up.
• When used for coma, take the missed dose as soon as possible.
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume regular dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.