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Amikas 250 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Amikas 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Amikas 250 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amikas 250 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amikas 250 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Amikas 250 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Further, the section on Amikas 250 Injection related warnings talks about Amikas 250 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 Amikas 250 Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Amikas 250 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Amikas 250 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Amikas 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is addiction.
Amikas 250 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 Amikas 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amikas. If you are pregnant, do not take Amikas without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Amikas 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Amikas in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Amikas 250 Injection on the Kidneys?
Use of Amikas may be dangerous for kidney. Do not use it without doctor advice.
What is the effect of Amikas 250 Injection on the Liver?
Amikas has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Amikas 250 Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Amikas on the heart have been reported.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amikas 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amikas 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Amikas 250 Injection is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Amikas 250 Injection does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.
Is it safe?
Yes, Amikas 250 Injection is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amikas 250 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amikas 250 Injection
It is safe to take Amikas 250 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikas 250 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Amikas 250 Injection with alcohol.
Yes, Amikas 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.
No, Amikas cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Amikas by combining the beta-lactam ring of penicillin with an amino group of this drug to form amide which is biologically inactive. For this reason Amikas should not be taken with penicillin. The chances of inactivation of this drug are higher in case of renal failure because in this case concentration of penicillin is higher in the kidney for a longer time as compared to the normal renal function.
No, Amikas 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.
Amikas is a prescription drug, hence do not take Amikas without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Amikas can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)
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