Medicines based on Amikacin
Amikacin Injection Information
Amikacin Injection is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Amikacin Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amikacin Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amikacin Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amikacin Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Amikacin Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Amikacin Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amikacin Injection related warnings section.
Amikacin Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Amikacin Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Amikacin Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amikacin Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
- Amikacin Injection Benefits & Uses
- Amikacin Injection Dosage & How to Take
- Amikacin Injection Side Effects
- Amikacin Injection Related Warnings
- Severe Interaction of Amikacin Injection with Other Drugs
- Amikacin Injection Contraindications
- Frequently asked Questions about Amikacin Injection
- Amikacin Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol
Amikacin Injection Benefits & Uses
Amikacin Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Amikacin Injection Dosage & How to Take
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
Amikacin Injection Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amikacin Injection is used -
Moderate
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Mild
- Headache
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Unknown
- Uncoordinated Body Movements
- Hearing Loss
- Renal Impairment
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Amikacin Injection Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amikacin Injection safe for pregnant women?
Amikacin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amikacin without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Amikacin Injection safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Amikacin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Amikacin is unavailable.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Amikacin Injection on the Kidneys?
Amikacin may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Amikacin Injection on the Liver?
Amikacin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Amikacin Injection on the Heart?
Amikacin has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Amikacin Injection with Other Drugs
Amikacin Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Amikacin Injection Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amikacin Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Amikacin Injection
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Is this Amikacin Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Amikacin Injection is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amikacin Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, Amikacin Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Amikacin Injection for mental disorders.
No
Amikacin Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amikacin Injection
Taking Amikacin Injection with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikacin Injection
Information about the interaction of Amikacin Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Amikacin Injection
Question over 5 years ago
Does Amikacin cover pseudomonas?
Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics
Yes, Amikacin is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Amikacin will not produce desired results. If you are experiencing no symptomatic relief after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Question almost 6 years ago
Can I take Amikacin without consulting a doctor?
Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician
Amikacin is a prescription drug, hence do not take Amikacin without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Question about 6 years ago
What is Amikacin?
Amikacin is a brand name for amikacin. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infection such as bone, joint, skin, intra-abdominal, pneumonia, and respiratory tract infection. It is used for short-term treatment (7 - 10 days) of bacterial infection in different part of the body. It is also used for the treatment of neonatal sepsis when sensitivity testing indicates that other aminoglycosides cannot be used.
Question over 5 years ago
Does Amikacin cause thrombocytopenia?
Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician
Occasionally, Amikacin can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in the vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.
Question over 5 years ago
Is Amikacin available in tablet form?
Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
No, Amikacin is not available in tablet form. It is available in only injectable dosage form either given by intramuscularly or intravenously depends on patient condition or severity of infections.
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