Neotroy Injection is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of myasthenia gravis (a disease-causing muscle weakness and tiredness), paralytic ileus (paralysis of intestinal muscles), postoperative urinary retention, and for reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxants after surgery.
Neotroy Injection works by reducing and improving muscle weakness. It is given as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment and never stop this suddenly without talking to your doctor. However, before taking this medicine it is better to inform your doctor if you are suffering from any kidney disease, Parkinson's disease, asthma, or stomach disorders.
The most common side effects of this medicine are slow heart rate, nausea, and vomiting. If you any other symptoms which you think are caused by the medicine, you should let your doctor know. They may be able to suggest ways to reduce or prevent the side effects. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult the doctor before taking this medicine.
Reversal of effect of skeletal muscle relaxant after surgery
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 Neotroy
Nausea
Vomiting
Slow heart rate
Warning & Precautions:
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Neotroy Injection may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Neotroy Injection 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Neotroy Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Neotroy Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
Neotroy Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Neotroy Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of kidney function test and some blood tests may advised while you are taking this medicine.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Neotroy Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Neotroy Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
FAQs:
Q. Does Neotroy Injection treat myasthenia gravis? How long do I need to take it?
Neotroy Injection relieves the symptoms of myasthenia gravis but does not cure it. It does so by reducing and improving muscle weakness. The length of time for which you need to take Neotroy Injection will depend on your condition. Do not stop taking Neotroy Injection until and unless advised by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.
Q. How long does Neotroy Injection take to start working?
Neotroy Injection takes about 5 to 15 minutes to start working and remains effective for 2-4 hours.
Q. Is Neotroy Injection a steroid?
No, Neotroy Injection is not a steroid. It belongs to cholinesterase inhibitor group of medicines. Neotroy Injection work by preventing the breakdown of a chemical called acetylcholine.
Q. Does it cause weight gain?
No, Neotroy Injection does not cause weight gain. Your weight gain may be due to inactivity related to muscle weakness in myasthenia gravis.
Q. Is Neotroy Injection safe to use?
Affirmative, Neotroy Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.
Q. I felt better when I started taking Neotroy Injection but I have noticed recently that I get tired easily and quickly. Will increasing the dose help me?
If your symptoms have started reappearing, then it could be due to increased severity of myasthenia gravis or excess dose of Neotroy Injection. Both the conditions have similar effects, so it becomes very difficult to differentiate between the two. Do not increase the dose on your own and consult your doctor immediately.
Q. Can I take Neotroy Injection for constipation?
No, Neotroy Injection should not be taken for any type of constipation. However, its use is limited to cases of constipation caused by paralysis of intestine and strictly on prescription by the doctor.
Q. What should I do if I accidentally take more than the dose required?
You should seek immediate medical help in case of overdose of Neotroy Injection.Excess of Neotroy Injection may cause stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, blurred vision, difficulty in breathing, and excessive sweating, salivation, and weakness. It can even lead to paralysis.
Q. Does Neotroy Injection have any abuse potential?
No, there is no evidence of Neotroy Injection having any abuse potential.
Q. Who should not take Neotroy Injection?
Neotroy Injection should not be taken by patients who are allergic to it. Tolerants who are constipated or cannot urinate should avoid its use, unless advised by the doctor. This is because Neotroy Injection is only used for certain types of urination problems and constipation (e.g. caused by paralysis of intestine).
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