Amipic 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amipic Benefits & Uses

Amipic is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amipic 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

Amipic Related Warnings

Is the use of Amipic safe for pregnant women?

Amipic should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Amipic safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Amipic in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amipic on the Kidneys?

Amipic may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Amipic on the Liver?

Amipic has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amipic on the Heart?

Amipic has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amipic with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amipic Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amipic

Is this Amipic habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Amipic is addictive.

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

Amipic will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Amipic only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Amipic for mental disorders.

No

Amipic Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amipic

Taking Amipic with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amipic

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amipic

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Amipic?

Amipic 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 Amipic nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amipic is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Amipic taken a high dose for a long time or may occur if the drug is given to a patient that already suffer from kidney problem. Nephrotoxicity associated with this drug may reduce or minimize by taking some precaution before consuming this drug like monitor kidney functions regularly and do not take it in high doses. Avoid taking Amipic with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Amipic?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Amipic 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 Amipic cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Amipic 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 over 5 years ago

Can I take Amipic with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Amipic 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 Amipic together.