Neptoin 100 MG Tablet
About Neptoin 100 MG Tablet
Neptoin 100 MG Tablet helps in the treatment of worm infections and Schistosoma infections. It is prescribed to treat all stages of schistosomiasis caused by all Schistosoma species pathogenic to humans; clonorchiasis and opisthorchiasis.
You must consume this drug along with foods. Consume this drug with a glass of water. Also, women who are pregnant or breastfeeding must take medical help before consuming this drug.
Your doctor may monitor your blood counts and liver function before you start taking this drug throughout your treatment. Do not skip the doses and finish the prescribed course, even if you start to feel better. Stopping without completing the course of this drug may increase your risk of further infection.
Take exactly as directed for full course of medication. Tablets may be chewed, swallowed whole, or crushed and mixed with food. Increase dietary intake of fruit juices. All family members and close friends should also be treated.
To reduce the possibility of reinfection, wash hands and scrub nails carefully with soap and hot water before handling food, before eating, and before and after toileting. Keep hands out of the mouth. Disinfect toilet daily and launder bed linens, undergarments, and nightclothes daily with hot water and soap.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Neptoin 100 MG Tablet
Contraception
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Neptoin 100 MG Tablet ?
Hypersensitivity
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Neptoin 100 MG Tablet ?
Headache
Nausea Or Vomiting
Loss Of Appetite
Rash
Urticaria
Loose Stools
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Neptoin 100 MG Tablet
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Pregnant women are advised to consult a doctor before consuming this drug.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Lactating mothers are advised to take medical help before consuming this medication.
Is it habit forming?
No, the medicine is not habit-forming or addictive.
Does this affect kidney function?
As relevant information is not available, kindly consult your doctor to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients suffering from kidney diseases.
Does this affect liver function?
Relevant information is not available. Please consult to know if any dose adjustment is needed in patients with liver impairment.
How long is the duration of effect?
This medicine will remain active for about 4 - 5 hours after its onset of action.
What is the onset of action?
The effect of this medicine is initiated within 60 minutes after its administration.
Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?
It is advisable that you do not indulge in driving while on this medication.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the substitutes for Neptoin 100 MG Tablet ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Neptoin 100 MG Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Celetoin 100 MG Tablet
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- Epiforce 100 MG Tablet
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- Epsolin 100 MG Tablet
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- Phenykem 100 MG Tablet
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- Solphen 100 MG Tablet
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Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any overdose instructions?
In case of an overdose, take medical help immediately.
Are there any missed dose instructions?
It is advisable that you do not miss a dosage since there is just one dose per day. Consume the missed dosage as soon as you remember.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
Where is the Neptoin 100 MG Tablet approved?
India
United States
Japan
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
Belonging to the class of anthelmintics (anti-worm), this drug affects the permeability of the cell membrane thereby killing the worms. This drug increases the cell permeability to calcium in schistosomes, causing strong contractions and paralysis of worm musculature leading to detachment of suckers from the blood vessel walls and to dislodgement.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Derma before using this medicine.
What are the interactions of Neptoin 100 MG Tablet ?
Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.
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Interaction with Alcohol
Interaction with Medicine
Interaction with Food
Interaction with Disease
FAQs about Neptoin 100 MG Tablet
Ques : What are the storage instructions of Neptoin 100 MG Tablet?
Ans : Neptoin 100 MG Tablet is stored at room temperature in darkness away from humidity.
Ques : Does Neptoin 100 MG Tablet cause heart conditions?
Ans : Neptoin 100 MG Tablet should be used with care in patients suffering from heart conditions. They should be monitored for heart palpitations and irregular heartbeats.
Ques : How is Neptoin 100 MG Tablet administered?
Ans : Neptoin 100 MG Tablet can be administered orally. It may also be crushed with water or juice.
Ques : What are the precautions to be taken with Neptoin 100 MG Tablet?
Ans : You should avoid grapefruit juice or grapefruit and get regular check-ups as Neptoin 100 MG Tablet may make a health condition severe.
Ques : Do Neptoin 100 MG Tablet cause CNS issues?
Ans : Neptoin 100 MG Tablet may affect the central nervous system, hence, the patients with active/history of CNS disorders should be closely monitored.
References
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