Amikanex 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amikanex 500 Injection Information

Amikanex 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Amikanex 500 Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Amikanex 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amikanex 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Amikanex 500 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.

Amikanex 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. In addition, Amikanex 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amikanex 500 Injection related warnings section.

Amikanex 500 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 Amikanex 500 Injection contraindications section.

Additionally, Amikanex 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amikanex 500 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Amikanex 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amikanex 500 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

Amikanex 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Amikanex 500 Injection 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 500 Injection 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 500 Injection 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 500 Injection 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 500 Injection 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 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Amikanex 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amikanex 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amikanex 500 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 Amikanex 500 Injection

Is this Amikanex 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Amikanex 500 Injection 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 500 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Amikanex 500 Injection 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 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Amikanex 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amikanex 500 Injection

Taking Amikanex 500 Injection with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikanex 500 Injection

Information about the interaction of Amikanex 500 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amikanex 500 Injection

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.