Emica 500 Injection: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Emica 500 Injection Information

Emica 500 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Emica 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Emica 500 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Emica 500 Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emica 500 Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Emica 500 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Emica 500 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Emica 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Emica 500 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Emica 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Emica 500 Injection, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

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

Emica 500 Injection Benefits & Uses

Emica 500 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Emica 500 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 500 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Emica 500 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 500 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 500 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 500 Injection on the Liver?

Emica is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Emica 500 Injection on the Heart?

Emica is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Emica 500 Injection with Other Drugs

Emica 500 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Emica 500 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Emica 500 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 500 Injection

Is this Emica 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Emica 500 Injection has not been reported.

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

Emica 500 Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Emica 500 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 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Emica 500 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emica 500 Injection

Taking Emica 500 Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Emica 500 Injection

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Emica 500 Injection with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Emica 500 Injection

Question about 5 years ago

Does Emica cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Emica is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Emica will not produce desired results. If you are experiencing no symptomatic relief after taking this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Emica cause diarrhea?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Emica 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

Does Emica cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Emica can cause drug-induced thrombocytopenia (blood clot formation in the vessel). However, if you experience severe thrombocytopenia after taking this medicine, please immediately seek medical help.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Emica ototoxic?

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

Yes, Emica 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

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.