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

Amikop 500 Injection Information

Amikop 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. Secondary and off-label uses of Amikop 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amikop 500 Injection. 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 Amikop 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Amikop 500 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.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Amikop 500 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Amikop 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amikop 500 Injection related warnings section.

Amikop 500 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amikop 500 Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Some other conditions that can be affected by Amikop 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Amikop 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Amikop 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Amikop 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amikop 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

Amikop 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Amikop 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amikop. If you are pregnant, do not take Amikop without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amikop 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Amikop 500 Injection on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Amikop 500 Injection on the Liver?

Side effects of Amikop rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amikop 500 Injection on the Heart?

Amikop has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amikop 500 Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amikop 500 Injection Contraindications

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

Is this Amikop 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Amikop 500 Injection.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Amikop 500 Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Amikop 500 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Amikop 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Amikop 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amikop 500 Injection

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

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amikop 500 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amikop 500 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amikop 500 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Amikop with penicillin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Amikop cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Amikop 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 Amikop 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amikop cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Amikop 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Amikop?

Amikop 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 over 5 years ago

Is Amikop ototoxic?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Amikop 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Amikop with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Amikop 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 Amikop together.