Ivimicin Information
Ivimicin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Ivimicin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Ivimicin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ivimicin as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Ivimicin 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 Ivimicin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ivimicin related warnings talks about Ivimicin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Ivimicin since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Ivimicin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Ivimicin may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ivimicin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ivimicin Benefits & Uses
Ivimicin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Ivimicin 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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Ivimicin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ivimicin 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)
Ivimicin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ivimicin safe for pregnant women?
Ivimicin 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 Ivimicin safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Ivimicin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Ivimicin is unavailable.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Ivimicin on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Ivimicin can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
Severe -
What is the effect of Ivimicin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ivimicin on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ivimicin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ivimicin on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Ivimicin with Other Drugs
Ivimicin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Ivimicin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ivimicin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Ivimicin
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Is this Ivimicin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ivimicin has not been reported.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ivimicin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ivimicin only on doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ivimicin is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Ivimicin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ivimicin
Taking Ivimicin with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ivimicin
Information about the interaction of Ivimicin 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 -
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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
