Mikacin Injection

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  • Contains / Salt: Amikacin (500 mg)
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    • Country of Origin: India

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    Mikacin Injection Information

    Mikacin Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Mikacin Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

    The correct dosage of Mikacin Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

    Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Mikacin Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Mikacin Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

    Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mikacin Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Mikacin Injection related warnings talks about Mikacin Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

    Mikacin Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Mikacin Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

    Besides this, Mikacin Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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



    Mikacin Injection Benefits & Uses

    Mikacin Injection is used to treat the following -

    Main Benefits

    Other Benefits

    Mikacin 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

    Mikacin Injection Related Warnings

    • Is the use of Mikacin Injection safe for pregnant women?


      Mikacin Injection has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Mikacin Injection without medical advice.

      Severe
    • Is the use of Mikacin Injection safe during breastfeeding?


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

      Unknown
    • What is the effect of Mikacin Injection on the Kidneys?


      Consumption of Mikacin Injection can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

      Severe
    • What is the effect of Mikacin Injection on the Liver?


      Side effects of Mikacin Injection rarely affect the liver.

      Mild
    • What is the effect of Mikacin Injection on the Heart?


      Mikacin Injection is rarely harmful for the heart.

      Mild


    Severe Interaction of Mikacin Injection with Other Drugs

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

    Severe



    Mikacin Injection Contraindications

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



    Frequently asked Questions about Mikacin Injection

    • Is this Mikacin Injection habit forming or addictive?


      No, there is no any evidence that Mikacin Injection is addictive.

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


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

      Safe
    • Is it safe?


      Mikacin Injection 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?


      No, Mikacin Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

      No

    Mikacin Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

    • Interaction between Food and Mikacin Injection


      Taking Mikacin Injection with food does not harm your health.

      Safe
    • Interaction between Alcohol and Mikacin Injection


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

      Unknown


    Frequently asked Questions about Mikacin Injection

    Question about 5 years ago

    What is Mikacin Injection?

    Mikacin Injection 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

    Does Mikacin Injection cause thrombocytopenia?

    Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

    Occasionally, Mikacin Injection 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 4 years ago

    Does Mikacin Injection cause diarrhea?

    Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

    Yes, Mikacin Injection 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. 

    Question over 4 years ago

    Does Mikacin Injection cover pseudomonas?

    Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

    Yes, Mikacin Injection is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Mikacin Injection 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 about 5 years ago

    How long can I safely take Mikacin Injection?

    Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

    Mikacin Injection can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.



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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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