BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Benefits & Uses

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S 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 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S is used -

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)

Mild

Headache
Skin Rash (Read More - DIY Skin Rash Relief: Simple Home Remedies That Work)
Nausea or vomiting
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Muscle Ache (Read More - Home Remedies for Muscle Aches)

Unknown

Uncoordinated Body Movements
Hearing Loss
Renal Impairment
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Related Warnings

Is the use of BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S 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 0.5GM INJECTION 1S 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 0.5GM INJECTION 1S 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 0.5GM INJECTION 1S 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 0.5GM INJECTION 1S on the Heart?

Bristokacin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S with Other Drugs

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S 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 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

Is this BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S.

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

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S 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 0.5GM INJECTION 1S for mental disorders.

No

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

You can take BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

Question almost 6 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.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Bristokacin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Bristokacin. 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 Bristokacin please inform your doctor immediately.

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 about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Bristokacin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Discontinuing Bristokacin on your own can increase the chances of bacterial resistance and infection relapse. It is recommended that you always consult your doctor if you have decided to discontinue this medicine.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Bristokacin?

Bristokacin is a brand name for amikacin. It is a prescription drug which belongs to the class of medication known as an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is a broad spectrum antibiotic which is used for the treatment of bacterial infection such as bone, joint, skin, intra-abdominal, pneumonia, and respiratory tract infection. It is used for short-term treatment (7 - 10 days) of bacterial infection in different part of the body. It is also used for the treatment of neonatal sepsis when sensitivity testing indicates that other aminoglycosides cannot be used.

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BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Benefits & Uses

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Dosage & How to Take

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Side Effects

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Related Warnings

Severe Interaction of BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S with Other Drugs

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Contraindications

Frequently asked Questions about BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Frequently asked Questions about BRISTOKACIN 0.5GM INJECTION 1S

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Bristokacin without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Bristokacin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Question over 5 years ago

Does Bristokacin cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Bristokacin on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Question about 6 years ago

What is Bristokacin?

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