Alinfec 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Alinfec 250 Injection Information

Alinfec 250 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Alinfec 250 Injection have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Alinfec 250 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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 Alinfec 250 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Alinfec 250 Injection 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.

In addition, Alinfec 250 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Alinfec 250 Injection related warnings talks about Alinfec 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Alinfec 250 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alinfec 250 Injection contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Alinfec 250 Injection with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Alinfec 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Alinfec 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Alinfec 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Alinfec 250 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

Alinfec 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Alinfec 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Alinfec 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Alinfec for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Alinfec 250 Injection on the Kidneys?

Effects of Alinfec on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Alinfec 250 Injection on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Alinfec on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Alinfec 250 Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Alinfec rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Alinfec 250 Injection with Other Drugs

Alinfec 250 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Alinfec 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Alinfec 250 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 Alinfec 250 Injection

Is this Alinfec 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Alinfec 250 Injection.

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Alinfec 250 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Alinfec 250 Injection only as per medical advice.

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

No, Alinfec 250 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Alinfec 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alinfec 250 Injection

Taking Alinfec 250 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alinfec 250 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Alinfec 250 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Alinfec 250 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Alinfec cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Alinfec 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 about 5 years ago

Does Alinfec cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Alinfec is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Alinfec 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Alinfec available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Alinfec 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Alinfec?

Alinfec 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

Can I discontinue Alinfec 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 Alinfec 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.