Orkacin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Orkacin have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Orkacin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Orkacin as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Orkacin are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Orkacin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Orkacin related warnings talks about Orkacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Orkacin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Orkacin in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Orkacin contraindications section.
Additionally, Orkacin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Orkacin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Orkacin 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orkacin is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Orkacin safe for pregnant women?
Orkacin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Orkacin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Orkacin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Orkacin on the Kidneys?
Effects of Orkacin on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Orkacin on the Liver?
Orkacin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Orkacin on the Heart?
Orkacin is rarely harmful for the heart.
Orkacin 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 Orkacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orkacin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Orkacin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Orkacin since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Orkacin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Orkacin is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Orkacin
Taking Orkacin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orkacin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Orkacin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Orkacin 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, Orkacin is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Orkacin taken a high dose for a long time or may occur if the drug is given to a patient that already suffer from kidney problem. Nephrotoxicity associated with this drug may reduce or minimize by taking some precaution before consuming this drug like monitor kidney functions regularly and do not take it in high doses. Avoid taking Orkacin with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.
No, Orkacin 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.
Occasionally, Orkacin 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.
Yes, Orkacin is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Orkacin 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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