Amito: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Amito Benefits & Uses

Amito is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amito 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

Amito Related Warnings

Is the use of Amito safe for pregnant women?

Amito shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Amito safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Amito on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Amito on the Liver?

Amito may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amito on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Amito on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amito with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amito Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amito

Is this Amito habit forming or addictive?

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

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

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amito since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Amito 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?

There is no benefit of taking Amito for mental disorders.

No

Amito Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amito

You can take Amito with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amito

Information about the interaction of Amito and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amito

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amito cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amito 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

Is Amito nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amito is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Amito 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 Amito with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Amito available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Amito 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Amito?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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