Neosporin 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
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Neosporin is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Neosporin safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Neosporin for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Neosporin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Neosporin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Neosporin on the Kidneys?
Neosporin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Neosporin on the Liver?
Neosporin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Neosporin on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Neosporin for the heart.
Neosporin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neosporin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Neosporin habit forming or addictive?
Neosporin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Neosporin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Neosporin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Neosporin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Neosporin
It is safe to take Neosporin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Neosporin
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Neosporin with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759-760
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KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 750
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Neo-Fradin (neomycin sulfate)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Polymyxin B
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 759
