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G Kacin is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of G Kacin have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of G Kacin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, G Kacin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of G Kacin 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, G Kacin's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. In addition, G Kacin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the G Kacin related warnings section.
G Kacin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the G Kacin contraindications section.
Drug interactions for G Kacin have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for G Kacin, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
G Kacin 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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Is the use of G Kacin safe for pregnant women?
G Kacin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume G Kacin without medical advice.
Is the use of G Kacin safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of G Kacin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of G Kacin on the Kidneys?
Consumption of G Kacin can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of G Kacin on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of G Kacin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of G Kacin on the Heart?
G Kacin is rarely harmful for the heart.
G Kacin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take G Kacin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this G Kacin habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that G Kacin is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
G Kacin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
G Kacin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of G Kacin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and G Kacin
It is safe to take G Kacin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and G Kacin
Information about the interaction of G Kacin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, G Kacin 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.
Yes, G Kacin 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.
No, G Kacin 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.
No, G Kacin cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the G Kacin by combining the beta-lactam ring of penicillin with an amino group of this drug to form amide which is biologically inactive. For this reason G Kacin should not be taken with penicillin. The chances of inactivation of this drug are higher in case of renal failure because in this case concentration of penicillin is higher in the kidney for a longer time as compared to the normal renal function.
G Kacin is a broad-spectrum antibiotic which is active against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. It works by preventing the synthesis of proteins that bacteria need to survive, in the absence of protein synthesis bacteria become vulnerable and dies. It is effective against different types of bacteria such as Escherichia coli, Proteus species, S. aureus, Acinetobacter and Serratia species.
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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
