Amipic 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amipic 500 Injection Information

Amipic 500 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Amipic 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amipic 500 Injection. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amipic 500 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Amipic 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Amipic 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Amipic 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amipic 500 Injection related warnings section.

Amipic 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 contraindications of Amipic 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Amipic 500 Injection 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 Amipic 500 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Amipic 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Amipic 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amipic 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

Amipic 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Amipic 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amipic. If you are pregnant, do not take Amipic without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amipic 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Amipic for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amipic 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Amipic can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

Severe
What is the effect of Amipic 500 Injection on the Liver?

Amipic is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amipic 500 Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Amipic rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Amipic 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amipic 500 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 Amipic 500 Injection

Is this Amipic 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Amipic 500 Injection is addictive.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Amipic 500 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Amipic 500 Injection only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Amipic 500 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Amipic 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amipic 500 Injection

Taking Amipic 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amipic 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amipic 500 Injection.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amipic 500 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

What is Amipic?

Amipic 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Amipic nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amipic is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Amipic 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 Amipic with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amipic?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Amipic cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Amipic does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amipic with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Amipic can be taken with lidocaine. The clinical report suggests that no harmful drug-drug interactions have been observed between them so far. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist between them. These two medicines are high alert drug so you must consult your doctor before taking Amipic together.