Neomec LA Injection

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Active Ingredient	Ivermectin (3.12% w/w)
Chemical Class	Macrocyclic Lactone Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Ectoparasiticides
User Rating	4.7
User Reviews	576

FAQ

Is Neomec LA effective?

Neomec LA is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. It is important to complete the full course of treatment. Stopping the use of Neomec LA may cause the symptoms to return or even worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Neomec LA?

If you forget a dose of Neomec LA, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Neomec LA available over the counter?

No, Neomec LA is not available over the counter. It can only be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not self-medicate to avoid any side effects. Take it only under the supervision of a healthcare professional to get the maximum benefit of Neomec LA.

What is Neomec LA? What is it used for?

Neomec LA belongs to a class of medicines known as ectoparasiticides. It helps to treat many types of parasite infections, including head lice, scabies, river blindness (onchocerciasis), certain types of diarrhea (strongyloidiasis) and some other worm infections. It can be taken by mouth or applied to the skin for external infestations.

Is Neomec LA safe?

Neomec LA is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

How is Neomec LA administered?

Neomec LA is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Neomec LA.

How does Neomec LA work?

Neomec LA works by first paralyzing and then later killing the infection-causing organisms. This also helps in slowing down the multiplication rate of the causative organisms, thereby accelerating the healing process. This whole process helps in treating the infection.

What if you forget to take Neomec Injection?

If you miss a dose of Neomec LA, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Neomec LA Injection Reviews

Neomec LA is an antiparasitic medication. It is used for the treatment of scabies, worm infections and acne. The medicine works by killing the worms that caused the infections.

How Neomec LA Injection Works

Neomec LA is an antiparasitic medication. It works by binding to the muscle and nerve cells of worms, causing their paralysis and death. This treats your infection.

How to Use Neomec LA Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Neomec LA Injection

In Treatment of Parasitic infections: Neomec LA helps treat many parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes. It works by paralyzing and killing the parasites causing the infection. This medicine usually makes you feel better quite quickly. However, you should continue taking it as long as it is prescribed even when you feel better, to make sure that all parasites are killed and do not become resistant.

Uses of Neomec LA Injection

Treatment of Parasitic infections

Neomec LA Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Liver ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Neomec LA in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

There is limited information available on the use of Neomec LA in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Alcohol ^UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Neomec LA.

Driving ^SAFE

Neomec LA does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Neomec LA is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Neomec LA may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Neomec LA helps treat parasitic infections of your intestinal tract, skin, and eyes.
Drink lots of fluids and avoid caffeine when taking this medication.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Your doctor may get stool and blood tests after taking the medication to see if you have gotten rid of the infection.

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Ivermectin Injection [Product Information]. Lenexa, KS: Sparhawk Laboratories, Inc.; 2024.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 752-53.