Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Neetam Injection
Description:
Neetam Injection is used in the treatment of Alzheimer's disease, stroke, and memory loss in Parkinson's disease. It can also be used to treat age-related memory loss and head injury. It works by improving communication between the nerve cells and protects the brain.
Neetam Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember.
Some common side effects of this medicine include nervousness and abnormality of voluntary movements. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness, or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually subside on their own after some time. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you. It may also cause dizziness and sleepiness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus.
This medicine may cause weight gain, therefore, you should have a balanced diet and exercise regularly. Taking Neetam Injection can affect platelet aggregation, so inform the doctor if you have bleeding problems or if you are on medications that help to make the blood thin.
Directions For Use:
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Compassionately do not self administer.
Side Effects:
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Ordinary side effects of Neetam
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Weight gain
- Tenseness
- Abnormality of voluntary movements
Warning & Precautions:
Consuming alcohol with Neetam Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Neetam Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Neetam Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Neetam Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Neetam Injection may cause drowsiness and shakiness. This may affect your driving ability.
Neetam Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Neetam Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Employ of Neetam Injection is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Neetam Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Neetam Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. If I do not see an improvement in my symptoms, can I stop taking Neetam Injection?
No, do not stop taking Neetam Injection on your own. Stopping it suddenly may have unwanted effects like twitching and jerking movements. If Neetam Injection does not improve your symptoms, consult your doctor. The doctor may suggest a slow reduction of the Neetam Injection dose.
Q. Who should avoid taking Neetam Injection?
You should not take Neetam Injection if you are allergic to Neetam Injection or any of the ingredients in the medicine. Also, avoid taking Neetam Injection if your kidney functions are severely deranged or if you ever had localized bleeding in the brain (cerebral hemorrhage). You should also avoid taking this medicine if you are suffering from Huntington’s disease/chorea (a genetic disorder where the brain cells die quickly causing deterioration of mental and physical abilities over time).