Amee 500 Injection

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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Amikacin (500 mg)

Amee 500 Injection

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  • Manufactured by: Zydus Cadila
  • Contains / Salt: Amikacin (500 mg)

Amee Information

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

The optimal dosage of Amee 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amee as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amee are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

Amee's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Amee related warnings talks about Amee's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Amee 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. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amee contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Amee with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Amee is safe while driving, and is addiction.



Amee Benefits & Uses

Amee is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Amee 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

Amee Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Amee safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Amee safe during breastfeeding?


    Information about safety of Amee for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Amee on the Kidneys?


    Use of Amee may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Amee on the Liver?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Amee on the Heart?


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

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Amee with Other Drugs

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

Severe



Amee Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Amee

  • Is this Amee habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Amee has not been reported.

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


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

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Amee should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Amee for mental disorders.

    No

Amee Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Amee


    Taking Amee with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Amee


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

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Amee

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Amee work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Amee is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the synthesis of proteins that bacteria need to survive, in the absence of protein synthesis bacteria become vulnerable and dies. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus species, S. aureus, Acinetobacter and Serratia species.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Amee safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amee 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

Is Amee nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Amee?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Amee can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Amee without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Amee is a prescription drug, hence do not take Amee without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-137

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