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Netilmycin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Bacterial Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Netilmycin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Netilmycin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Netilmycin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Netilmycin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Netilmycin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Netilmycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Netilmycin is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Parkinson's Disease, Kidney Disease, Kidney Cancer are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Netilmycin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Netilmycin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Netilmycin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Netilmycin 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.
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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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Netilmycin is used -
Is the use of Netilmycin safe for pregnant women?
Netilmycin should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Netilmycin safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Netilmycin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Netilmycin is unavailable.
What is the effect of Netilmycin on the Kidneys?
Netilmycin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Netilmycin on the Liver?
Netilmycin is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Netilmycin on the Heart?
You can take Netilmycin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Netilmycin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Netilmycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Netilmycin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Netilmycin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Netilmycin as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Netilmycin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Netilmycin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Netilmycin
Taking Netilmycin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Netilmycin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Netilmycin with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749-750
