Emica 250 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Emica 250 Injection Information

Emica 250 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Emica 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Emica 250 Injection. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Emica 250 Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Emica 250 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Emica 250 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. Warnings related to Emica 250 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Emica 250 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Emica 250 Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Some other conditions that can be affected by Emica 250 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Emica 250 Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emica 250 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Emica Benefits & Uses
Emica Dosage & How to Take
Emica Side Effects
Emica Related Warnings
Emica Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Emica
Emica Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Emica 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Emica 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Emica 250 Injection 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

Emica 250 Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Emica 250 Injection 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)

Emica 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Emica 250 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.

Severe
Is the use of Emica 250 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Emica 250 Injection on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Emica can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

Severe
What is the effect of Emica 250 Injection on the Liver?

Emica is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Emica 250 Injection on the Heart?

Emica is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Emica 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emica 250 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

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

Frequently asked Questions about Emica 250 Injection

Is this Emica 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Emica 250 Injection has not been reported.

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

Emica 250 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Emica 250 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

Emica 250 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Emica 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emica 250 Injection

Taking Emica 250 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Emica 250 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Emica 250 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Emica 250 Injection

Question about 6 years ago

What is Emica?

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Emica available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Emica with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Emica cause constipation?

Dr. , General Physician

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.

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Emica 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 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.