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

Amkey Benefits & Uses

Amkey is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Amkey 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

Amkey Related Warnings

Is the use of Amkey safe for pregnant women?

Amkey 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 Amkey safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Amkey in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Amkey is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amkey on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Amkey can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

Severe
What is the effect of Amkey on the Liver?

Amkey is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Amkey on the Heart?

Side effects of Amkey rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amkey with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Amkey Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Amkey

Is this Amkey habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Amkey 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 Amkey since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Amkey should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Amkey Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amkey

It is safe to take Amkey with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Amkey

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Amkey

Question over 5 years ago

Does Amkey cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Amkey 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

Is Amkey nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Amkey with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Amkey 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 Amkey together.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Amkey work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Amkey is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the synthesis of proteins that bacteria need to survive, in the absence of protein synthesis bacteria become vulnerable and dies. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus species, S. aureus, Acinetobacter and Serratia species.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Amkey safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Amkey 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.