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

Lupamik Benefits & Uses

Lupamik is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Lupamik 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

Lupamik Related Warnings

Is the use of Lupamik safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Lupamik safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Lupamik on the Kidneys?

There may be some severe side effects of Lupamik on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Lupamik on the Liver?

Side effects of Lupamik rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lupamik on the Heart?

Lupamik has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lupamik with Other Drugs

Lupamik should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Lupamik Contraindications

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

Dehydration
Parkinson's Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Hearing Loss
Kidney Disease
Drug Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Lupamik

Is this Lupamik habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lupamik has not been reported.

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

Lupamik does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lupamik only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Lupamik for mental disorders.

No

Lupamik Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lupamik

Taking Lupamik with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lupamik

Information about the interaction of Lupamik and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lupamik

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Lupamik?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Lupamik can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Lupamik safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Lupamik 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Lupamik with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Lupamik 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 Lupamik together.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Lupamik cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Lupamik 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

What is Lupamik?

Lupamik 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.