Spaike 100 Mg Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Spaike Benefits & Uses

Spaike is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Spaike 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

Spaike Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Spaike 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)

Spaike Related Warnings

Is the use of Spaike safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Spaike. If you are pregnant, do not take Spaike without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Spaike safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Spaike in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Spaike on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Spaike on the Liver?

Spaike has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Spaike on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Spaike with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Spaike Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Spaike

Is this Spaike habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Spaike.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Spaike only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Spaike is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Spaike Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Spaike

Taking Spaike with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Spaike

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Spaike.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Spaike

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Spaike?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Spaike. 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 Spaike please inform your doctor immediately.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Spaike?

Spaike 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 Spaike cause constipation?

Dr. , General Physician

No, Spaike does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Spaike ototoxic?

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

Yes, Spaike 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 over 5 years ago

Is Spaike available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Spaike 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.