PRODUCT DETAILS

About Sofratas 5mg Cream

NEOMYCIN belongs to a class of antibiotics called aminoglycosides, primarily used to treat skin infections like cuts, wounds, minor burns, intestine infection post an intestine surgery, and hepatic coma. NEOMYCIN kills bacteria in the intestines which release ammonia that causes hepatic comma. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness.

NEOMYCIN is composed of 'Neomycin' which prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. It has broad-spectrum activity against aerobic Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. As a result, it does not allow the bacteria to grow and prevents the infection from spreading.

Uses of Sofratas 5mg Cream

Bacterial infections. 

Medicinal Benefits of Sofratas 5mg Cream

NEOMYCIN is a medicine that treats various bacterial infections. The tablet form of NEOMYCIN is primarily used in treating intestinal infection post an intestine operation/surgery. The cream form of NEOMYCIN is used to treat various skin infections like cuts, wounds, minor burns. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness. NEOMYCIN is composed of 'Neomycin' which is an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It prevents the synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions. It has broad-spectrum activity against aerobic Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria covering a wide range of bacterial infections. 

Directions for Use

NEOMYCIN is available in the form of cream and tablet form. NEOMYCIN can be taken with or without food. The tablet form of NEOMYCIN should be swallowed as a whole with a glass of water, do not chew or crush it. The cream form should be applied with clean and dry hands on the skin's affected areas. You can also apply NEOMYCIN with a piece of clean cotton wool or gauze swab. Gently rub the medicine into the skin until it is disappeared. Wash your hands before and after applying NEOMYCIN on the affected areas unless the treatment is for hands.

Side Effects of Sofratas 5mg Cream

• Nausea (being sick)
• Vomiting 
• Diarrhoea (watery stool)
• Itching
• Redness
• Irritation

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take NEOMYCIN if you are allergic to neomycin or any ingredients of NEOMYCIN. NEOMYCIN is not recommended for use in diaper rash, dehydration, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness disease), Parkinson’s disease, ototoxicity, kidney or liver problem. Avoid applying NEOMYCIN cream on the sunburns, lesions, blisters, and open wounds. NEOMYCIN may have harmful effects on the baby; hence NEOMYCIN should not be used in pregnancy or breastfeeding. Let your doctor know if you plan to become pregnant or already pregnant and a lactating mother. If you apply NEOMYCIN to breasts or nipple for treatment, wash it off while nursing your baby. If you cannot breathe or have difficulty breathing, please visit your doctor immediately as it can be fatal. Do not take NEOMYCIN with other aminoglycosides to increase side effects, which can be dangerous.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

NEOMYCIN may interact with antibiotics (amikacin, gentamicin, kanamycin, paromomycin, streptomycin, penicillin), heart medicines (digoxin), cancer medication (methotrexate), antiviral medicines (adefovir, cidofovir), blood thinner (warfarin), diuretics (bumetanide, furosemide, torsemide).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

NEOMYCIN is known to interact if you have diaper rash, dehydration, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, myasthenia gravis (muscle weakness disease), Parkinson’s disease, kidney/liver problem, ear problem (ototoxicity), breathing problems (asthma, COPD). 

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

No interaction found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using NEOMYCIN.

PREGNANCY

NEOMYCIN is a category D pregnancy drug, which may cause fetal abnormalities if taken while pregnant. Its usage during pregnancy may cause hearing problems (ototoxicity) in the fetus. It is advised to consult your doctor if you plan to conceive or already pregnant before starting NEOMYCIN.

BREAST FEEDING

NEOMYCIN is known to pass through breast milk, and it can harm the baby. Please consult your doctor before taking NEOMYCIN if you are breastfeeding. If you need to apply the cream/ointment on your breasts, don't do this shortly before giving a feed.

DRIVING

No interaction found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using NEOMYCIN.

LIVER

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases or hepatic impairment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing NEOMYCIN. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver diseases.

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney problems. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing NEOMYCIN. However, it is not recommended in patients with severe liver diseases.