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Amikab 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Amikab 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amikab 500 Injection. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Amikab 500 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Amikab 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Amikab 500 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amikab 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Amikab 500 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amikab 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Amikab 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Amikab 500 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Amikab 500 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Is the use of Amikab 500 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.
Is the use of Amikab 500 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.
What is the effect of Amikab 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Use of Amikab may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Amikab 500 Injection on the Liver?
Amikab is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Amikab 500 Injection on the Heart?
Amikab may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amikab 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amikab 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Amikab 500 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amikab 500 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amikab 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Amikab 500 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Amikab 500 Injection
Taking Amikab 500 Injection with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikab 500 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Amikab 500 Injection with alcohol.
Amikab can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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References
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