Mik Information
Mik is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Mik has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Mik depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mik as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mik 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.
Mik's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Mik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Mik can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mik in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mik are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Mik may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Mik, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Mik Benefits & Uses
Mik is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Mik 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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Mik Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mik 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)
Mik Related Warnings
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Is the use of Mik safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Mik. If you are pregnant, do not take Mik without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Mik safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Mik for breastfeeding women are not known.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Mik on the Kidneys?
Mik may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Mik on the Liver?
Mik has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Mik on the Heart?
Mik is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Mik with Other Drugs
Mik should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Mik Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mik unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Mik
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Is this Mik habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Mik.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Mik since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Mik should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Mik in mental disorders is not effective.
No
Mik Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Mik
Taking Mik with food is safe.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Mik
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mik with alcohol will be.
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
