Jakacin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Jakacin Information

Jakacin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Jakacin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Jakacin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Jakacin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Jakacin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Jakacin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Jakacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Jakacin related warnings section.

Jakacin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Jakacin in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Jakacin contraindications section.

Besides this, Jakacin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Jakacin is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Jakacin Benefits & Uses

Jakacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Jakacin 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

Jakacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Jakacin safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Jakacin. If you are pregnant, do not take Jakacin without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Jakacin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Jakacin on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Jakacin on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Jakacin on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Jakacin on the Heart?

Jakacin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Jakacin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Jakacin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Jakacin

Is this Jakacin habit forming or addictive?

Jakacin is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Jakacin 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?

There is no benefit of taking Jakacin for mental disorders.

No

Jakacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Jakacin

It is safe to take Jakacin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Jakacin

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Jakacin with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Jakacin

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Jakacin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Jakacin is a prescription drug, hence do not take Jakacin without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Jakacin cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Jakacin 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

Can I take Jakacin with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Jakacin 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 Jakacin together.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Jakacin cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Jakacin is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Jakacin 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Jakacin cause constipation?

Dr. , General Physician

No, Jakacin 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.