Amikab 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amikab 250 Injection Information

Amikab 250 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Amikab 250 Injection have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Amikab 250 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amikab 250 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Amikab 250 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amikab 250 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Amikab 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amikab 250 Injection related warnings section.

Amikab 250 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Amikab 250 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Amikab 250 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 Amikab 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Amikab Benefits & Uses
Amikab Dosage & How to Take
Amikab Side Effects
Amikab Related Warnings
Amikab Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Amikab
Amikab Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Amikab 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Amikab 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amikab 250 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
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

Amikab 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Amikab 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Amikab can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Amikab 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Amikab in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Amikab is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amikab 250 Injection on the Kidneys?

Effects of Amikab on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Amikab 250 Injection on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Amikab on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Amikab 250 Injection on the Heart?

Amikab may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Amikab 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amikab 250 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 Amikab 250 Injection

Is this Amikab 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Amikab 250 Injection.

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

Amikab 250 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Amikab 250 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Amikab 250 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Amikab 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amikab 250 Injection

You can take Amikab 250 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikab 250 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amikab 250 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amikab 250 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amikab?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Amikab can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amikab cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Amikab 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 Amikab safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amikab is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Amikab?

Amikab 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

Can I discontinue Amikab 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 Amikab 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.