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Kacimark is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Kacimark have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Kacimark depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Kacimark as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Kacimark are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Kacimark has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Kacimark's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Kacimark related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Kacimark since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Kacimark are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Kacimark with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Kacimark is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Kacimark is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Is the use of Kacimark safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Kacimark. If you are pregnant, do not take Kacimark without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Kacimark safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Kacimark for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Kacimark on the Kidneys?
Kacimark may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Kacimark on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Kacimark on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Kacimark on the Heart?
Kacimark has very mild side effects on the heart.
Kacimark should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kacimark unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kacimark habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Kacimark.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Kacimark does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Kacimark is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Kacimark for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Kacimark
Taking Kacimark with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kacimark
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Kacimark.
Yes, Kacimark 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 Kacimark together.
Kacimark is a prescription drug, hence do not take Kacimark without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Yes, Kacimark 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.
Yes, Kacimark has been reported to cause diarrhoea and it is a common side effect of this medicine. Drink plenty of fluids while you are taking this medicine. If you are experiencing severe diarrhoea after using this drug, discuss with your doctor immediately without any further delay.
Kacimark is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the synthesis of proteins that bacteria need to survive, in the absence of protein synthesis bacteria become vulnerable and dies. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus species, S. aureus, Acinetobacter and Serratia species.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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