Mica: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Mica Benefits & Uses

Mica is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Mica 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

Mica Related Warnings

Is the use of Mica safe for pregnant women?

Mica 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 Mica safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Mica in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Mica on the Kidneys?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Mica on the Liver?

Mica has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mica on the Heart?

Mica has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mica with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Mica Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Mica

Is this Mica habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Mica.

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

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Mica as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Mica should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Mica for mental disorders.

No

Mica Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mica

You can take Mica with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mica

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mica with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mica

Question over 5 years ago

Is Mica available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Mica 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

Is Mica safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mica is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Mica?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

Mica can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Mica work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Mica 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Mica?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Mica. It comes in the form of injection and given preferably 2 - 3 times in a day (Intravenously). Discontinuing the medicine in between may promote resistant bacteria which result in a relapse of the infection. You are recommended to complete the 7 - 10 days course even after getting symptomatic relief. In case you feel any discomfort such as hearing loss and nephrotoxicity while taking Mica please inform your doctor immediately.