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Amistar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Amistar also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amistar. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amistar can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Amistar are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Amistar's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amistar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amistar related warnings section.
Amistar can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amistar in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amistar are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Amistar may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amistar is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Amistar 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amistar is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Amistar safe for pregnant women?
Amistar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Amistar without medical advice.
Is the use of Amistar safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Amistar in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Amistar on the Kidneys?
Amistar may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Amistar on the Liver?
Amistar is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Amistar on the Heart?
Amistar is rarely harmful for the heart.
Amistar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amistar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amistar habit forming or addictive?
Amistar is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amistar since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amistar is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amistar cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amistar
It is safe to take Amistar with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amistar
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Amistar with alcohol.
Yes, Amistar has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after using this drug, discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
No, Amistar 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.
Do not self-administer Amistar. It comes in the form of injection and given preferably 2 - 3 times in a day (Intravenously). Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 10 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as hearing loss and nephrotoxicity while taking Amistar please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Amistar 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.
Amistar 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arikayce (amikacin)
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