Akik Information
Akik is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Akik has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Akik depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Akik can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Akik normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Akik's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Akik related warnings talks about Akik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Akik can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Akik in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. The section on Akik contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Akik may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Akik is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Akik Benefits & Uses
Akik is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Akik 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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Akik Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Akik 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)
Akik Related Warnings
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Is the use of Akik safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Akik. If you are pregnant, do not take Akik without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Akik safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Akik in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Akik on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Akik can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
Severe -
What is the effect of Akik on the Liver?
Akik is rarely harmful for the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Akik on the Heart?
Akik has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Akik with Other Drugs
Akik should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Akik Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Akik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Akik
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Is this Akik habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Akik.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Akik will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Akik only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Akik in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Akik Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Akik
Taking Akik with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Akik
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Akik and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arikayce (amikacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-137
