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 500 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amikop 500 Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
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.
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.
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.
What is the effect of Amikop 500 Injection on the Liver?
Side effects of Amikop rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Amikop 500 Injection on the Heart?
Amikop has very mild side effects on the heart.
Amikop 500 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 Amikop 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amikop 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Amikop 500 Injection.
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.
Is it safe?
Amikop 500 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Amikop 500 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Amikop 500 Injection
Taking Amikop 500 Injection with food does not cause any problems.
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.
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.
No, Amikop 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.
Yes, Amikop 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.
Occasionally, Amikop 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.
Amikop can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arikayce (amikacin)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-137
