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Spaike is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Spaike have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Spaike depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Spaike as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Spaike normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Spaike is Severe for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Spaike's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Spaike related warnings section.
Spaike can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Spaike in conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss. Other contraindications of Spaike have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Spaike with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Spaike, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Spaike 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 Spaike safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Spaike. If you are pregnant, do not take Spaike without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Spaike safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Spaike in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Spaike on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Spaike can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Spaike on the Liver?
Spaike has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Spaike on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Spaike on the heart have been reported.
Spaike 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 Spaike unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Spaike habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Spaike.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Spaike since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Spaike only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Spaike is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Spaike
Taking Spaike with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Spaike
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Spaike.
No, Spaike 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.
Spaike can be safely taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the medicine suddenly or take it longer than prescribed duration.
Yes, Spaike 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 Spaike together.
Yes, Spaike is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Spaike 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 Spaike with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.
Spaike is a prescription drug, hence do not take Spaike 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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