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

Camica 500 Injection Information

Camica 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Camica 500 Injection 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 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.

While these are the most often observed Camica 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Camica 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Camica 500 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Camica 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Camica 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 Camica 500 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Camica 500 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Camica 500 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Camica 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Camica 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Camica 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

Camica 500 Injection Related Warnings

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

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

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

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Camica for breastfeeding women are not known.

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

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

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

Very few cases of side effects of Camica on the liver have been reported.

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

Camica has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Camica 500 Injection Contraindications

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

Is this Camica 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Camica 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 Camica 500 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Camica 500 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Camica 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Camica 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Camica 500 Injection

Taking Camica 500 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Camica 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Camica 500 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Camica 500 Injection

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Camica?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Camica. 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 Camica please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Camica nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question over 4 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Camica with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Camica 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 Camica together.