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Acil 250 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Acil 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Acil 250 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Acil 250 Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Acil 250 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Acil 250 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Acil 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Acil 250 Injection related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Acil 250 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Acil 250 Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Acil 250 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Acil 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Acil 250 Injection 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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Is the use of Acil 250 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.
Is the use of Acil 250 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.
What is the effect of Acil 250 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.
What is the effect of Acil 250 Injection on the Liver?
Acil is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Acil 250 Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Acil on the heart have been reported.
Acil 250 Injection 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 Acil 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Acil 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Acil 250 Injection.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Acil 250 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Acil 250 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Acil 250 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Acil 250 Injection
Taking Acil 250 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Acil 250 Injection
Information about the interaction of Acil 250 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arikayce (amikacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749
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