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Bristokacin Benefits & Uses

Bristokacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Bristokacin 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

Bristokacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Bristokacin safe for pregnant women?

Bristokacin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Bristokacin safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Bristokacin for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Bristokacin on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Bristokacin on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Bristokacin on the Heart?

Bristokacin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Bristokacin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Bristokacin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Bristokacin

Is this Bristokacin habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Bristokacin.

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

Bristokacin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Bristokacin only on doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Bristokacin for mental disorders.

No

Bristokacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Bristokacin

You can take Bristokacin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Bristokacin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Bristokacin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Bristokacin

Question about 5 years ago

Is Bristokacin available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Bristokacin 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 over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Bristokacin?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Bristokacin can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Bristokacin ototoxic?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Bristokacin has been reported to cause ototoxicity (hearing loss or deafness) which is irreversible and may progress after discontinuation of the drug. It is a common side effect of this medicine. If you experience hearing loss or deafness after consuming or applying for this medicine, then consult your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bristokacin cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Bristokacin 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

Can I take Bristokacin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Bristokacin is a prescription drug, hence do not take Bristokacin without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.