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Emica 100 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Emica 100 Injection have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Emica 100 Injection. 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.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Emica 100 Injection as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Emica 100 Injection are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Emica 100 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Emica 100 Injection related warnings talks about Emica 100 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Emica 100 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emica 100 Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. The section on Emica 100 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Emica 100 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Emica 100 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Emica 100 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Emica 100 Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Emica 100 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Emica can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Emica 100 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Emica for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Emica 100 Injection on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Emica can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Emica 100 Injection on the Liver?
Emica is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Emica 100 Injection on the Heart?
Emica is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emica 100 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Emica 100 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Emica 100 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Emica 100 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Emica 100 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Emica 100 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Emica 100 Injection
Taking Emica 100 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Emica 100 Injection
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Emica 100 Injection with alcohol.
Emica 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.
No, Emica 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.
Yes, Emica 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 Emica together.
No, Emica 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.
Discontinuing Emica 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.
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B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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