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

Amitrust 500 Injection Information

Amitrust 500 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Amitrust 500 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The right dosage of Amitrust 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Amitrust 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Amitrust 500 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Amitrust 500 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Amitrust 500 Injection related warnings talks about Amitrust 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Amitrust 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss are examples of such conditions. The section on Amitrust 500 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Amitrust 500 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Amitrust 500 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Amitrust Benefits & Uses
Amitrust Dosage & How to Take
Amitrust Side Effects
Amitrust Related Warnings
Amitrust Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Amitrust
Amitrust Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Amitrust 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Amitrust 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amitrust 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

Amitrust 500 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amitrust 500 Injection is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Headache
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Nausea or vomiting
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Unknown

Uncoordinated Body Movements
Hearing Loss
Renal Impairment
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Amitrust 500 Injection Related Warnings

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

Amitrust 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 Amitrust 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Amitrust on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Amitrust will cause side effects or not.

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

There may be some severe side effects of Amitrust on your kidney. Do not take it unless a doctor says so.

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

Side effects of Amitrust rarely affect the liver.

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

Amitrust is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Amitrust 500 Injection Contraindications

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

Is this Amitrust 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Amitrust 500 Injection is not addictive in nature.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Amitrust 500 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Amitrust 500 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Amitrust 500 Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Amitrust 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amitrust 500 Injection

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

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amitrust 500 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Amitrust 500 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amitrust 500 Injection

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amitrust cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Amitrust 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Amitrust available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Amitrust 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 about 6 years ago

How to take Amitrust?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Amitrust on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Discontinuing Amitrust on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amitrust cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Amitrust 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.