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Amikanex Information

Amikanex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Amikanex has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Amikanex depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Amikanex side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amikanex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Amikanex since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Amikanex have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Amikanex have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Amikanex Benefits & Uses

Amikanex is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amikanex 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

Amikanex Related Warnings

Is the use of Amikanex safe for pregnant women?

Amikanex shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amikanex safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Amikanex on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Amikanex on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Amikanex on the Heart?

Amikanex may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amikanex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amikanex Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amikanex

Is this Amikanex habit forming or addictive?

Amikanex is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Amikanex should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Amikanex cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Amikanex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amikanex

Taking Amikanex with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikanex

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amikanex

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Amikanex?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amikanex cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amikanex 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 6 years ago

What is Amikanex?

Amikanex 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 about 6 years ago

How does Amikanex work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Amikanex 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

How to take Amikanex?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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