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Amistar Benefits & Uses

Amistar is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amistar 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

Amistar Related Warnings

Is the use of Amistar safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Amistar safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Amistar for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amistar on the Kidneys?

Effects of Amistar on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Amistar on the Liver?

Amistar has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amistar on the Heart?

Amistar may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amistar with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amistar Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amistar

Is this Amistar habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Amistar does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Amistar only on doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Amistar in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Amistar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amistar

You can take Amistar with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amistar

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amistar.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amistar

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amistar cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amistar 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 over 5 years ago

Does Amistar cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Amistar 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take Amistar?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Amistar. 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 Amistar please inform your doctor immediately.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Amistar safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amistar 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Amistar?

Amistar 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.