Paromomycin belongs to the family of medications called antibiotics. It is used to treat certain infections of the intestine caused by organisms known as amoebas.
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The recommended daily dose of paromomycin for adults, teenagers, and children is 25 mg to 35 mg per kilogram of body weight, taken in 3 divided doses with meals for 5 to 10 days.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
Take paromomycin with meals to prevent stomach upset.
It is important to take Humatin exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Finish all Humatin, even if you have started to feel better. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Humatin at room temperature, protect it from light and moisture, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Humatin. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Humatin with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Humatin. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Humatin.
Each capsule with yellow body and brown cap, imprinted with "Parke-Davis" contains paromomycin sulfate equivalent to paromomycin 250 mg. Nonmedicinal ingredients: colloidal silica and magnesium stearate; capsule shell: black iron oxide, gelatin, red iron oxide, titanium dioxide, and yellow iron oxide.
Do not take Humatin if you:
There may be an interaction between paromomycin and any of the following:
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with Humatin. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
Before you begin taking a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should take Humatin.
Medical conditions: If you have allergies, Kidney Disease, or intestinal disorders, discuss with your doctor how Humatin may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Humatin, and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Overgrowth of organisms: Paromomycin kills many other organisms in the body. This may result in the overgrowth of organisms such as fungi that the medication does not kill. If you develop symptoms of any other type of infection, contact your doctor.
Pregnancy: Humatin should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. If you become pregnant while taking Humatin, contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if paromomycin passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Humatin, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
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