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In this Article

• What is paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• What are the possible side effects of paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• What is the most important information I should know about paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• How should I take paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• What happens if I overdose (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• What should I avoid while taking paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• What other drugs will affect paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?
• Where can I get more information?

What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?

Before taking paromomycin, tell your doctor if you have

• stomach or intestinal problems such as stomach ulcer, inflammatory bowel disease, or intestinal blockage (obstruction);
• kidney disease; or
• liver disease.

You may not be able to take paromomycin, or you may require a dosage adjustment or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

Do not take paromomycin without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant or could become pregnant during treatment.

Do not take paromomycin without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take paromomycin (Paromomycin Sulfate)?

Take paromomycin exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a full glass of water.

Take paromomycin with food.

It is important to take paromomycin regularly to get the most benefit.

Store paromomycin at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and direct light.