Amister Information
Amister is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Amister have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Amister depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amister as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Amister normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Amister's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Amister has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amister related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Amister since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Amister contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Amister may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Amister, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Amister Benefits & Uses
Amister is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Amister 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 |
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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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Amister Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amister is used -
Moderate
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Mild
- Headache
- Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)
Unknown
- Uncoordinated Body Movements
- Hearing Loss
- Renal Impairment
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Amister Related Warnings
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Is the use of Amister safe for pregnant women?
Amister 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 Amister safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Amister in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Amister on the Kidneys?
Effects of Amister on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Amister on the Liver?
Amister has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Amister on the Heart?
Amister is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Amister with Other Drugs
Amister should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Amister Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amister unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Amister
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Is this Amister habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amister.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amister does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Amister only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Amister in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Amister Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Amister
It is safe to take Amister with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Amister
Information about the interaction of Amister and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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
