Orkacin 100 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Orkacin Benefits & Uses

Orkacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Orkacin 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

Orkacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Orkacin safe for pregnant women?

Orkacin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Orkacin safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Orkacin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Orkacin is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Orkacin on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Orkacin on the Liver?

Orkacin has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Orkacin on the Heart?

Orkacin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Orkacin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Orkacin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Orkacin

Is this Orkacin habit forming or addictive?

Orkacin does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Orkacin since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Orkacin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Orkacin is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Orkacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Orkacin

It is safe to take Orkacin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Orkacin

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Orkacin.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Orkacin

Question over 4 years ago

Is Orkacin available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Orkacin is not available in tablet form. It is available in only injectable dosage form either given by intramuscularly or intravenously depends on patient condition or severity of infections.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Orkacin cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Orkacin 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Orkacin with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Orkacin 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 Orkacin together.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can I take Orkacin with penicillin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Orkacin cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Orkacin by combining the beta-lactam ring of penicillin with an amino group of this drug to form amide which is biologically inactive. For this reason Orkacin should not be taken with penicillin. The chances of inactivation of this drug are higher in case of renal failure because in this case concentration of penicillin is higher in the kidney for a longer time as compared to the normal renal function.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Orkacin cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Orkacin 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.