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

Cachmik Information

Cachmik is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Cachmik have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Cachmik is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cachmik as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cachmik are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Cachmik has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cachmik's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Cachmik since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cachmik are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Cachmik may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Cachmik is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Cachmik Benefits & Uses
Cachmik Dosage & How to Take
Cachmik Side Effects
Cachmik Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cachmik with Other Drugs
Cachmik Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cachmik
Cachmik Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cachmik Benefits & Uses

Cachmik is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Cachmik 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

Cachmik Related Warnings

Is the use of Cachmik safe for pregnant women?

Cachmik should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Cachmik safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Cachmik on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Cachmik on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Cachmik on the Heart?

Cachmik has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cachmik with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Cachmik Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Cachmik

Is this Cachmik habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cachmik.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Cachmik should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Cachmik is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Cachmik Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cachmik

Taking Cachmik with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cachmik

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Cachmik with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cachmik

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Cachmik with penicillin?

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

No, Cachmik cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Cachmik 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 Cachmik 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 about 5 years ago

Can I take Cachmik with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Cachmik 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 Cachmik together.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Cachmik cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Cachmik 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 4 years ago

Is Cachmik available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Cachmik 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

Is Cachmik ototoxic?

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

Yes, Cachmik 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.