Neopam 500 Injection Information

Neopam 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Organophosphate Poisoning. Secondary and off-label uses of Neopam 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Neopam 500 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Neopam 500 Injection have been listed ahead. These side effects of Neopam 500 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Neopam 500 Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Neopam 500 Injection related warnings talks about Neopam 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Neopam 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Neopam 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Neopam 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Neopam Benefits & Uses
Neopam Dosage & How to Take
Neopam Side Effects
Neopam Related Warnings
Neopam Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Neopam
Neopam Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Neopam 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Neopam 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Organophosphate Poisoning

Neopam 500 Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 2 g Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Organophosphate Poisoning Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Neopam 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Neopam 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may experience moderate side effects from Neopam. It is best to stop taking Neopam immediately and inform your doctor if you notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Neopam 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Side effects of Neopam for breastfeeding are little to none, so you can take it without doctor's advice.

Mild
What is the effect of Neopam 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Neopam has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Neopam 500 Injection on the Liver?

Using Neopam does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Neopam 500 Injection on the Heart?

Neopam is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Neopam 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Neopam 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Myasthenia Gravis
Kidney Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Neopam 500 Injection

Is this Neopam 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Neopam 500 Injection has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Neopam 500 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Neopam 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Neopam 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Neopam 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Neopam 500 Injection

There is no information on the effects of taking Neopam 500 Injection with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Neopam 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Neopam 500 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Protopam Chloride (pralidoxime chloride)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 111

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