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Anamika, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Anamika has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Anamika depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Anamika as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Anamika are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Anamika's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Anamika's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Anamika since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Anamika contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Anamika with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Anamika is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Anamika 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 Anamika safe for pregnant women?
Anamika can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Anamika safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Anamika for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Anamika on the Kidneys?
Anamika may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.
What is the effect of Anamika on the Liver?
Anamika may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Anamika on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Anamika on the heart have been reported.
Anamika 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 Anamika unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Anamika habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Anamika is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Anamika will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, Anamika is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Anamika is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Anamika
Taking Anamika with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Anamika
Information about the interaction of Anamika and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Anamika is a prescription drug, hence do not take Anamika without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
Anamika can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Anamika 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 Anamika together.
Yes, Anamika 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.
Do not self-administer Anamika. 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 Anamika please inform your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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