Dimik 100 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Dimik Information

Dimik is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Dimik has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Dimik is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Dimik side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Dimik go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Dimik has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Dimik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Dimik can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Dimik in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other contraindications of Dimik have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Dimik with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Dimik is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Dimik Benefits & Uses
Dimik Dosage & How to Take
Dimik Side Effects
Dimik Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dimik with Other Drugs
Dimik Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dimik
Dimik Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dimik Benefits & Uses

Dimik is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Dimik 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
Adult	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Bacterial Infections Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 7.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 10 days Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Dimik Related Warnings

Is the use of Dimik safe for pregnant women?

Dimik shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Dimik safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Dimik for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dimik on the Kidneys?

Dimik may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Dimik on the Liver?

Dimik has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Dimik on the Heart?

Side effects of Dimik rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Dimik with Other Drugs

Dimik should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Dimik Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dimik unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Dehydration
Parkinson's Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hearing Loss
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Dimik

Is this Dimik habit forming or addictive?

Dimik is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dimik will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Dimik is safe but it is important to consult a 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 Dimik for mental disorders.

No

Dimik Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dimik

Taking Dimik with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Dimik

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Dimik with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Dimik

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Dimik cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Dimik has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after using this drug, discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Dimik work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Dimik is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the synthesis of proteins that bacteria need to survive, in the absence of protein synthesis bacteria become vulnerable and dies. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus species, S. aureus, Acinetobacter and Serratia species.

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Dimik on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Discontinuing Dimik on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Dimik cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Dimik does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Dimik without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Dimik is a prescription drug, hence do not take Dimik without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.