Kazomik is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kazomik is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Kazomik safe for pregnant women?
Kazomik has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Kazomik without medical advice.
Is the use of Kazomik safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Kazomik in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Kazomik is unavailable.
What is the effect of Kazomik on the Kidneys?
Effects of Kazomik on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Kazomik on the Liver?
Kazomik may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Kazomik on the Heart?
Kazomik has very mild side effects on the heart.
Kazomik should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kazomik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kazomik habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Kazomik.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Kazomik since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kazomik only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Kazomik in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Kazomik
It is safe to take Kazomik with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kazomik
Information about the interaction of Kazomik and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Kazomik is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Kazomik 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.
Kazomik is a prescription drug, hence do not take Kazomik without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Kazomik is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Kazomik 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.
Kazomik 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.
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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
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