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Lupamik 250 Injection Information

Lupamik 250 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Lupamik 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Lupamik 250 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Lupamik 250 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Lupamik 250 Injection 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 Lupamik 250 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Lupamik 250 Injection related warnings talks about Lupamik 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Lupamik 250 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Lupamik 250 Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Lupamik 250 Injection contraindications section.

Additionally, Lupamik 250 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lupamik 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Lupamik Benefits & Uses
Lupamik Dosage & How to Take
Lupamik Side Effects
Lupamik Related Warnings
Lupamik Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lupamik
Lupamik Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lupamik 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Lupamik 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Lupamik 250 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

Lupamik 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Lupamik 250 Injection 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 250 Injection 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 250 Injection 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 250 Injection on the Liver?

Side effects of Lupamik rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lupamik 250 Injection on the Heart?

Lupamik has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Lupamik 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lupamik 250 Injection 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 250 Injection

Is this Lupamik 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Lupamik 250 Injection has not been reported.

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

Lupamik 250 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Lupamik 250 Injection 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 250 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Lupamik 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lupamik 250 Injection

Taking Lupamik 250 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Lupamik 250 Injection

Information about the interaction of Lupamik 250 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Lupamik 250 Injection

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.