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Klomic is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Klomic have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Klomic is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
While these are the most often observed Klomic side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Klomic 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.
In addition, Klomic's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Klomic has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Klomic related warnings section.
Klomic is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Klomic contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Klomic may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Klomic is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Klomic 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 Klomic safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Klomic. If you are pregnant, do not take Klomic without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Klomic safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Klomic in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Klomic on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Klomic can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Klomic on the Liver?
Klomic may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Klomic on the Heart?
Side effects of Klomic rarely affect the heart.
Klomic 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 Klomic unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Klomic habit forming or addictive?
Klomic does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Klomic since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Klomic is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Klomic in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Klomic
It is safe to take Klomic with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Klomic
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Klomic and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Klomic can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Discontinuing Klomic 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.
Yes, Klomic 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 Klomic together.
Yes, Klomic 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.
Klomic is a prescription drug, hence do not take Klomic without consulting doctor. It can be harmful to patients to take this medicine without a doctor's advice.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Arikayce (amikacin)
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