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Mika Best Information

Mika Best is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Mika Best also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Mika Best is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine 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 Mika Best as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Mika Best are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Mika Best has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mika Best has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mika Best related warnings section.

Mika Best 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Mika Best contraindications section.

Additionally, Mika Best may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Mika Best is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Mika Best Benefits & Uses

Mika Best is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Mika Best 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

Mika Best Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Mika Best is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Headache
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Nausea or vomiting
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Unknown

Uncoordinated Body Movements
Hearing Loss
Renal Impairment
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Mika Best Related Warnings

Is the use of Mika Best safe for pregnant women?

Mika Best 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 Mika Best safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Mika Best on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Mika Best will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mika Best on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Mika Best on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Mika Best on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Mika Best on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mika Best with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mika Best Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Mika Best

Is this Mika Best habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Mika Best.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Mika Best 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?

Mika Best is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Mika Best Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mika Best

Taking Mika Best with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mika Best

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mika Best

Question over 5 years ago

Is Mika Best available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Mika Best 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 6 years ago

Is Mika Best safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mika Best is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Mika Best?

Mika Best 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 over 5 years ago

Does Mika Best cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Mika Best 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 5 years ago

Is Mika Best ototoxic?

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

Yes, Mika Best 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.