Embika 500 Mg Injection

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Embika 500 Mg Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 57
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 57
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Embika 500 Mg Injection Information

Embika 500 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Embika 500 Mg Injection 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 Embika 500 Mg Injection. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Embika 500 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Embika 500 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Embika 500 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Embika 500 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Embika 500 Mg Injection related warnings section.

Embika 500 Mg Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Embika 500 Mg Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Embika 500 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



Embika 500 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Embika 500 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Embika 500 Mg 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

Embika 500 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Embika 500 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Embika 500 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Embika 500 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?


    Use of Embika may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Embika 500 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Side effects of Embika rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Embika 500 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    Side effects of Embika rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Embika 500 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Embika 500 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Embika 500 Mg Injection

  • Is this Embika 500 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Embika 500 Mg Injection has not been reported.

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


    Embika 500 Mg Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Embika 500 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


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

    No

Embika 500 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Embika 500 Mg Injection


    Taking Embika 500 Mg Injection with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Embika 500 Mg Injection


    Information about the interaction of Embika 500 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Embika 500 Mg Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Embika cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Embika 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Embika without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Embika is a prescription drug, hence do not take Embika without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Embika cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Embika is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Embika will not produce desired results. If you are experiencing no symptomatic relief after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Embika cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Embika 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

Is Embika available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Embika 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. 



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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)

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

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