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

Acil 100 Injection Information

Acil 100 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Acil 100 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Acil 100 Injection 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Acil 100 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Acil 100 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Acil 100 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Acil 100 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Acil 100 Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Acil 100 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Acil 100 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Acil 100 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Acil 100 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

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

Acil 100 Injection Benefits & Uses

Acil 100 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Acil 100 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
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

Acil 100 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Acil 100 Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Acil 100 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Acil in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Acil is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Acil 100 Injection on the Kidneys?

There may be some severe side effects of Acil on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

Severe
What is the effect of Acil 100 Injection on the Liver?

Acil is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Acil 100 Injection on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Acil 100 Injection with Other Drugs

Acil 100 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Acil 100 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acil 100 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Acil 100 Injection

Is this Acil 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Acil 100 Injection.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Acil 100 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Acil 100 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Acil 100 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Acil 100 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acil 100 Injection

Taking Acil 100 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Acil 100 Injection

Information about the interaction of Acil 100 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Acil 100 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Is Acil nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Acil is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Acil 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 Acil with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Acil safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Acil 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 Acil?

Acil 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 6 years ago

How to take Acil?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Acil cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Acil 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.