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Mik 250 Injection Information

Mik 250 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Mik 250 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Mik 250 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mik 250 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Mik 250 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Mik 250 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Mik 250 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Mik 250 Injection related warnings section.

Mik 250 Injection can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Mik 250 Injection in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. The section on Mik 250 Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.

Besides this, Mik 250 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Mik 250 Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

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

Mik 250 Injection Benefits & Uses

Mik 250 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Mik 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

Mik 250 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Mik 250 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Mik. If you are pregnant, do not take Mik without a doctor's advice.

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

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

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

Mik may have severe effects on your kidney, so do not take it without consulting your doctor.

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

Mik has very mild side effects on the liver.

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

Mik is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Mik 250 Injection with Other Drugs

Mik 250 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Mik 250 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mik 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 Mik 250 Injection

Is this Mik 250 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Mik 250 Injection.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Mik 250 Injection since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Mik 250 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Mik 250 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Mik 250 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mik 250 Injection

Taking Mik 250 Injection with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mik 250 Injection

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Mik 250 Injection with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Mik 250 Injection

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Mik with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Mik 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 Mik together.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Mik?

Dr. Chinmaya Bal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can I take Mik with penicillin?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

No, Mik cannot be taken with penicillin. Because penicillin inactivates the Mik 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 Mik 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Mik?

Mik 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 almost 6 years ago

Is Mik safe to use?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Mik 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.