Zekacin Information
Zekacin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Zekacin have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zekacin. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Zekacin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Zekacin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Zekacin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Zekacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Zekacin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zekacin in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zekacin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zekacin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zekacin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Zekacin Benefits & Uses
Zekacin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
- Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)
Other Benefits
Zekacin 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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Zekacin Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Zekacin 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)
Zekacin Related Warnings
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Is the use of Zekacin safe for pregnant women?
Zekacin 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 Zekacin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Zekacin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Zekacin on the Kidneys?
Zekacin may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Zekacin on the Liver?
Side effects of Zekacin rarely affect the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Zekacin on the Heart?
Zekacin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Zekacin with Other Drugs
Zekacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Zekacin Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zekacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Dehydration
- Parkinson's Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Hearing Loss
- Kidney Disease
- Drug Allergy
Frequently asked Questions about Zekacin
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Is this Zekacin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zekacin.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Zekacin does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Zekacin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Zekacin for mental disorders.
No
Zekacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Zekacin
It is safe to take Zekacin with food.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Zekacin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zekacin with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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This medicine data has been created by -
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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
