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Nkacin Benefits & Uses

Nkacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Nkacin 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

Nkacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Nkacin safe for pregnant women?

Nkacin 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 Nkacin safe during breastfeeding?

In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Nkacin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Nkacin is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Nkacin on the Kidneys?

Effects of Nkacin on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Nkacin on the Liver?

Side effects of Nkacin rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nkacin on the Heart?

Side effects of Nkacin rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nkacin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Nkacin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Nkacin

Is this Nkacin habit forming or addictive?

Nkacin is not addictive in nature.

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

Nkacin will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Nkacin is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, the use of Nkacin in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Nkacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nkacin

You can take Nkacin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nkacin

Information about the interaction of Nkacin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nkacin

Question about 5 years ago

Does Nkacin cover pseudomonas?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Nkacin is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Nkacin 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 Nkacin cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Nkacin does not cause constipation in patients who are taking it. However, if you are experiencing constipation after taking this drug then inform your doctor and take precautionary methods such as eating fibrous foods to avoid constipation.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Nkacin ototoxic?

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

Yes, Nkacin 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

Does Nkacin cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Nkacin 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 almost 6 years ago

How does Nkacin work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Nkacin 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.