Camica Information
Camica is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Camica has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Camica. 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.
Some other side effects of Camica have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Camica go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Camica's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Camica's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Camica can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Camica in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other contraindications of Camica have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Camica may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Camica is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Camica Benefits & Uses
Camica is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Camica 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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Camica Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Camica 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)
Camica Related Warnings
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Is the use of Camica safe for pregnant women?
Camica 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 Camica safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Camica in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Camica is unavailable.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Camica on the Kidneys?
Use of Camica may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
Severe -
What is the effect of Camica on the Liver?
Camica may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Camica on the Heart?
Camica has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Camica with Other Drugs
Camica should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Camica Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Camica unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Camica
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Is this Camica habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Camica.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Camica will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, Camica 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?
Camica is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Camica Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Camica
Taking Camica with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Camica
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Camica.
Unknown
Frequently asked Questions about Camica
Question about 7 years ago
What is Camica?
Camica 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 7 years ago
Does Camica cause constipation?
Dr. , General Physician
No, Camica 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 over 6 years ago
Is Camica available in tablet form?
Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
No, Camica is not available in tablet form. It is available in only injectable dosage form either given by intramuscularly or intravenously depends on patient condition or severity of infections.
Question over 6 years ago
Does Camica cause diarrhea?
Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine
Yes, Camica 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.
Question about 7 years ago
Can I discontinue Camica on my own without doctors advice?
Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality
Discontinuing Camica on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.
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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
