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Amicom 250 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Amicom 250 Mg Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Amicom 250 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Amicom 250 Mg Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Amicom 250 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Amicom 250 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Amicom 250 Mg Injection related warnings talks about Amicom 250 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Amicom 250 Mg Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amicom 250 Mg Injection contraindications section.
Additionally, Amicom 250 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amicom 250 Mg Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Amicom 250 Mg 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 Amicom 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Amicom can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Amicom 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Amicom in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Amicom 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Use of Amicom may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Amicom 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Amicom has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Amicom 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Side effects of Amicom rarely affect the heart.
Amicom 250 Mg 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 Amicom 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amicom 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Amicom 250 Mg Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amicom 250 Mg Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Amicom 250 Mg Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Amicom 250 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Amicom 250 Mg Injection
It is safe to take Amicom 250 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amicom 250 Mg Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Amicom 250 Mg Injection with alcohol.
Yes, Amicom has been reported to cause ototoxicity (hearing loss or deafness) which is irreversible and may progress after discontinuation of the drug. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience hearing loss or deafness after consuming or applying for this medicine, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Amicom 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 Amicom together.
Discontinuing Amicom 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.
No, Amicom does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.
Occasionally, Amicom 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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