Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet is a combination medicine used in the treatment of infectious diarrhea. It manages the symptoms of diarrhea such as stomach pain, cramps, and loose stools. It kills the diarrhea-causing microorganisms.
Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet1 and Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet2.
Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet1 and Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet2.
Uses of Neostep Tablet
- Infectious diarrhea
Benefits of Neostep Tablet
In Infectious diarrhea
Diarrhea is an increase in the frequency of bowel movements or loose watery bowel movements. It can most commonly occur due to an infection of the digestive tract. Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet helps to treat diarrhea that is caused due to bacteria or parasitic worm infections. This medicine can relieve frequent loose motions and also help you to stay well by preventing them from coming back. You need to take this medicine regularly to get the most out of it and you should drink plenty of fluids while taking it to make sure you stay hydrated.
Side effects of Neostep Tablet
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
Common side effects of Neostep
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Urine discoloration
How to use Neostep Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Neostep Tablet works
Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet is a combination of two medicines: Loperamide and Furazolidone which treat infectious diarrhoea. Loperamide is an opioid agonist which works by decreasing contraction of the intestines making the stools more solid and less frequent. Furazolidone is an antibiotic. It kills bacteria and other diarrhoea-causing microorganisms by damaging their DNA.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Consuming alcohol while taking Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet may cause symptoms such as flushing, increased heart beat, nausea, thirst, chest pain and low blood pressure (Disulfiram reaction).
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- You have been prescribed Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet for the treatment of diarrhea caused by bacteria or parasites.
- Diarrhea can cause water loss and electrolyte imbalance. Drink plenty of fluids especially ORS (oral rehydration solution) to help keep you hydrated.
- Do not use Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet if you have blood in your stool or if you are severely constipated.
- Stick to simple meals and avoid spicy rich food in order to avoid feeling sick (nausea).
- It is best to avoid drinking alcohol while taking and till 4 days after taking this medication. This is because drinking alcohol with Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet is likely to make you feel very sick (nauseated) and cause other unpleasant effects, such as hot flushes, headaches.
- Avoid taking fermented foods like cheese, or fermented meat, fish, etc. in excess while taking Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet as it may cause some side effects.
- Consult your doctor if your diarrhea last for more than 48 hours.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
GASTRO INTESTINAL
Patient concerns
Want to share the information?
Disclaimer:
Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- MedIndia. Loperamide + Furazolidone. [Accessed 29 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Swastik Pharmaceuticals
Address: 44-1-18/2, GUNADALA, Opp Boarding Mary Matha Temple, Eluru Rd, Machavaram, Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh - 520005
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Neostep 1mg/100mg Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Lab tests offered by us
Related/Popular tests
4,209 people viewed this recently₹52.2₹60Get 13% OFF
₹51+ free shipping with
Inclusive of all taxes
Get this discount by applying coupon TESTING_REPEAT on the cart. Max. coupon discount is ₹500. T&C apply.
1 Strip
10.0 tablets in 1 strip