Zekacin 500 Mg Injection

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Zekacin 500 Mg Injection Information

Zekacin 500 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Zekacin 500 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Zekacin 500 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Zekacin 500 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zekacin 500 Mg Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Zekacin 500 Mg Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Zekacin 500 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Zekacin 500 Mg Injection related warnings section.

Zekacin 500 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zekacin 500 Mg Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zekacin 500 Mg Injection contraindications section.

Besides this, Zekacin 500 Mg Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Zekacin 500 Mg Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.



Zekacin 500 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Zekacin 500 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Zekacin 500 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 500 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Zekacin 500 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 500 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 500 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 500 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Zekacin has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Zekacin 500 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    Side effects of Zekacin rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Zekacin 500 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Zekacin 500 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Zekacin 500 Mg Injection

  • Is this Zekacin 500 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Zekacin 500 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 500 Mg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Zekacin 500 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 500 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Zekacin 500 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Zekacin 500 Mg Injection


    It is safe to take Zekacin 500 Mg Injection with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Zekacin 500 Mg Injection


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zekacin 500 Mg Injection.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Zekacin 500 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 about 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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