Amikop 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amikop Benefits & Uses

Amikop is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amikop 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

Amikop Related Warnings

Is the use of Amikop safe for pregnant women?

Amikop 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 Amikop safe during breastfeeding?

Information about safety of Amikop for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amikop on the Kidneys?

Effects of Amikop on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Amikop on the Liver?

Amikop may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amikop on the Heart?

Amikop is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amikop with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amikop Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amikop

Is this Amikop habit forming or addictive?

Amikop does not cause addiction.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Amikop as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Amikop only as per medical advice.

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

No, the use of Amikop in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Amikop Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amikop

Taking Amikop with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikop

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amikop

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Amikop with penicillin?

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

No, Amikop cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Amikop 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 Amikop 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 Amikop cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Amikop 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.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Amikop?

Amikop 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 almost 5 years ago

Is Amikop ototoxic?

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

Yes, Amikop 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Amikop with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Amikop 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 Amikop together.