Kacin Information
Kacin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Kacin have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Kacin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kacin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Kacin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Kacin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Kacin related warnings talks about Kacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Kacin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Kacin in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Some other conditions that can be affected by Kacin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Kacin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Kacin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Kacin Benefits & Uses
Kacin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Kacin 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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Kacin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kacin 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)
Kacin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Kacin safe for pregnant women?
Kacin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Severe -
Is the use of Kacin safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Kacin in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Kacin on the Kidneys?
Kacin may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Kacin on the Liver?
Kacin has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Kacin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Kacin on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Kacin with Other Drugs
Kacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Kacin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Kacin
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Is this Kacin habit forming or addictive?
Kacin is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Kacin since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Kacin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kacin is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Kacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Kacin
You can take Kacin with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Kacin
Information about the interaction of Kacin 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
