Zekacin 100 Mg Injection

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Zekacin 100 Mg Injection Information

Zekacin 100 Mg Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Zekacin 100 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zekacin 100 Mg Injection related warnings section.

Zekacin 100 Mg Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Zekacin 100 Mg Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Zekacin 100 Mg Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Zekacin 100 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Zekacin 100 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Zekacin 100 Mg 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

Zekacin 100 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection 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 100 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    There is no research available on the side effects of Zekacin in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?


    Use of Zekacin may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Zekacin has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Zekacin 100 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    Side effects of Zekacin rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Zekacin 100 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zekacin 100 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Zekacin 100 Mg Injection

  • Is this Zekacin 100 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Zekacin 100 Mg Injection is addictive.

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


    Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Zekacin 100 Mg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Zekacin 100 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Zekacin 100 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Zekacin 100 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Zekacin 100 Mg Injection


    It is safe to take Zekacin 100 Mg Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Zekacin 100 Mg Injection


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zekacin 100 Mg Injection.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Zekacin 100 Mg Injection

Question over 4 years ago

Is Zekacin ototoxic?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Zekacin has been reported to cause ototoxicity (hearing loss or deafness) which is irreversible and may progress after discontinuation of the drug. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience hearing loss or deafness after consuming or applying for this medicine, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Zekacin cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Zekacin can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in the vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Zekacin?

Zekacin 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.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Zekacin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Zekacin. It comes in the form of injection and given preferably 2 - 3 times in a day (Intravenously). Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 10 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as hearing loss and nephrotoxicity while taking Zekacin please inform your doctor immediately. 

Question over 4 years ago

Does Zekacin cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Zekacin is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Zekacin will not produce desired results. If you are experiencing no symptomatic relief after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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