What Are The Uses Of Neomycin?

Neomycin is used in the treatment of following conditions:

• To reduce risk of infections after intestinal surgery
• Bacterial infections
• Hepatic encephalopathy (brain problems)

What Are The Side Effects Of Neomycin?

The common side effects of neomycin are:

• Vomiting, nausea, diarrhea

Sometimes severe ( but rare) side effects may be:

• Numbness/tingling of legs
• Weakness, difficulty in walking
• Muscle twitching, seizures

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Neomycin?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hyper sensitivity towards the drug neomycin or any other allergies.
• Intestinal problems
• Hearing problems
• Parkinson’s disease
• Kidney problems
• Myasthenia