Amiva: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amiva Information

Amiva is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Amiva also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Amiva 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. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amiva can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Amiva 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amiva is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Amiva has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amiva related warnings section.

Amiva 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 Amiva are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Amiva may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Amiva Benefits & Uses

Amiva is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amiva 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

Amiva Related Warnings

Is the use of Amiva safe for pregnant women?

Amiva 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 Amiva safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Amiva on the Kidneys?

Amiva may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Amiva on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Amiva on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amiva with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amiva Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amiva

Is this Amiva habit forming or addictive?

Amiva is not addictive in nature.

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

Amiva does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

There is no benefit of taking Amiva for mental disorders.

No

Amiva Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amiva

Taking Amiva with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amiva

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amiva and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amiva

Question over 5 years ago

Can I discontinue Amiva on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Discontinuing Amiva on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amiva cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amiva 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

Can I take Amiva with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Amiva can be taken with lidocaine. The clinical report suggests that no harmful drug-drug interactions have been observed between them so far. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist between them. These two medicines are high alert drug so you must consult your doctor before taking Amiva together.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Amiva safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amiva 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 over 5 years ago

Does Amiva cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Amiva 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.