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

Amikatil 100 Injection Information

Amikatil 100 Injection 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, Amikatil 100 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Amikatil 100 Injection 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. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Amikatil 100 Injection have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Amikatil 100 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Amikatil 100 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amikatil 100 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amikatil 100 Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Amikatil 100 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amikatil 100 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Amikatil 100 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amikatil 100 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Amikatil 100 Injection Benefits & Uses

Amikatil 100 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amikatil 100 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

Amikatil 100 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Amikatil 100 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Amikatil has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amikatil without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amikatil 100 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Amikatil on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Amikatil will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amikatil 100 Injection on the Kidneys?

Use of Amikatil may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Amikatil 100 Injection on the Liver?

Amikatil has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amikatil 100 Injection on the Heart?

Amikatil has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Amikatil 100 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amikatil 100 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 Amikatil 100 Injection

Is this Amikatil 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Amikatil 100 Injection.

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

Amikatil 100 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Amikatil 100 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, the use of Amikatil 100 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Amikatil 100 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amikatil 100 Injection

Taking Amikatil 100 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikatil 100 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amikatil 100 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amikatil 100 Injection

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Amikatil nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amikatil is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Amikatil taken a high dose for a long time or may occur if the drug is given to a patient that already suffer from kidney problem. Nephrotoxicity associated with this drug may reduce or minimize by taking some precaution before consuming this drug like monitor kidney functions regularly and do not take it in high doses. Avoid taking Amikatil with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Amikatil safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amikatil 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 almost 5 years ago

Does Amikatil cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Amikatil 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 4 years ago

Is Amikatil ototoxic?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Amikatil has been reported to cause ototoxicity (hearing loss or deafness) which is irreversible and may progress after discontinuation of the drug. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience hearing loss or deafness after consuming or applying for this medicine, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Amikatil cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Amikatil is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Amikatil will not produce desired results. If you are experiencing no symptomatic relief after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.