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Orkacin 500 Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Orkacin 500 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Orkacin 500 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Orkacin 500 Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Orkacin 500 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Orkacin 500 Injection's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Orkacin 500 Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Orkacin 500 Injection related warnings section.
Orkacin 500 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Orkacin 500 Injection contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Orkacin 500 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Orkacin 500 Injection is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Orkacin 500 Injection 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Orkacin 500 Injection is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Orkacin 500 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Orkacin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Orkacin 500 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Orkacin for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
What is the effect of Orkacin 500 Injection on the Kidneys?
Effects of Orkacin on kidney can be severe. It is not safe to use it without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Orkacin 500 Injection on the Liver?
Orkacin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Orkacin 500 Injection on the Heart?
Orkacin is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Orkacin 500 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Orkacin 500 Injection habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Orkacin 500 Injection is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Orkacin 500 Injection since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Orkacin 500 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Orkacin 500 Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Orkacin 500 Injection
Taking Orkacin 500 Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Orkacin 500 Injection
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Orkacin 500 Injection and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Orkacin 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.
Yes, Orkacin is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Orkacin taken a high dose for a long time or may occur if the drug is given to a patient that already suffer from kidney problem. Nephrotoxicity associated with this drug may reduce or minimize by taking some precaution before consuming this drug like monitor kidney functions regularly and do not take it in high doses. Avoid taking Orkacin with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.
No, Orkacin 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.
Occasionally, Orkacin 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.
Yes, Orkacin is effective against bacteria (Pseudomonas). But it is also found that Pseudomonas can get resistant to this drug and in that case Orkacin 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.
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