Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | No interaction found |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Neos Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | Neos Cream is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.The baby's skin should not come into direct contact with the treated area of skin. Water-miscible cream/gel is preferred as ointments may expose the baby to harmful effects of Neos Cream via licking. |
| Expert Advice | Avoid direct contact of cream/ ointment with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water immediately and seek immediate medical attention. Inform your doctor if symptoms do not disappear after 7 days of use. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding. Do not use if you are allergic to neomycin or any of its ingredients. |
| Common Side Effect | Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness). |
| How to Use | This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area. |
| Driving | Neos Cream does not usually affect your ability to drive. |
| Kidney | There is limited information available on the use of Neos Cream in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | There is limited information available on the use of Neos Cream in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Neos Cream is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria by inhibiting synthesis of essential proteins, required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. |
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