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Amkey 100 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Amkey 100 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Amkey 100 Mg Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Amkey 100 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amkey 100 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Amkey 100 Mg Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Amkey 100 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Amkey 100 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Amkey 100 Mg Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Amkey 100 Mg Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. The section on Amkey 100 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Amkey 100 Mg Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Amkey 100 Mg Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Amkey 100 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Amkey 100 Mg Injection 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.
Is the use of Amkey 100 Mg Injection 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.
What is the effect of Amkey 100 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Amkey can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Amkey 100 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Amkey is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Amkey 100 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Side effects of Amkey rarely affect the heart.
Amkey 100 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amkey 100 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Amkey 100 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Amkey 100 Mg Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Amkey 100 Mg Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Amkey 100 Mg Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Amkey 100 Mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Amkey 100 Mg Injection
It is safe to take Amkey 100 Mg Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Amkey 100 Mg Injection
Information about the interaction of Amkey 100 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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