Amikamac 500 Injection

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Amikamac 500 Injection

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Amikamac 500 Injection Information

Amikamac 500 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Amikamac 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amikamac 500 Injection. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amikamac 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Amikamac 500 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.

Amikamac 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Amikamac 500 Injection related warnings talks about Amikamac 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Amikamac 500 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amikamac 500 Injection contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Amikamac 500 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Amikamac 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.



Amikamac 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Amikamac 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Amikamac 500 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


Amikamac 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amikamac 500 Injection is used -

Moderate

Mild

Unknown

  • Uncoordinated Body Movements
  • Hearing Loss
  • Renal Impairment
  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Amikamac 500 Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Amikamac 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Amikamac 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 Amikamac 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Amikamac 500 Injection on the Kidneys?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Amikamac 500 Injection on the Liver?


    Side effects of Amikamac rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Amikamac 500 Injection on the Heart?


    Amikamac has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Amikamac 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Amikamac 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe



Amikamac 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amikamac 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Amikamac 500 Injection

  • Is this Amikamac 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Amikamac 500 Injection has not been reported.

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


    Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amikamac 500 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Amikamac 500 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?


    No, Amikamac 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Amikamac 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Amikamac 500 Injection


    Taking Amikamac 500 Injection with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Amikamac 500 Injection


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amikamac 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

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



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