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Bristokacin Information

Bristokacin is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Bristokacin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.



Bristokacin Benefits & Uses

Bristokacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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 -



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 over 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.



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arikayce (amikacin)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-137



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