Udicin 250 Mg Injection

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Udicin 250 Mg Injection Information

Udicin 250 Mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Udicin 250 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Udicin 250 Mg Injection 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 Udicin 250 Mg Injection as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Udicin 250 Mg Injection are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Udicin 250 Mg Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Udicin 250 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Udicin 250 Mg Injection related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Parkinson's Disease, Hearing Loss must refrain from the use of Udicin 250 Mg Injection since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Udicin 250 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Besides this, Udicin 250 Mg 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 Udicin 250 Mg Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.


Udicin 250 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Udicin 250 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Udicin 250 Mg 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

Udicin 250 Mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Udicin 250 Mg Injection is used -

Moderate

Mild

Unknown

  • Uncoordinated Body Movements
  • Hearing Loss
  • Renal Impairment
  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Udicin 250 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Udicin 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Udicin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Udicin 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


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

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Udicin 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?


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

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Udicin 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Udicin may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Udicin 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Udicin on the heart have been reported.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Udicin 250 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

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

Severe


Udicin 250 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Udicin 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Udicin 250 Mg Injection

  • Is this Udicin 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Udicin 250 Mg Injection has not been reported.

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


    Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Udicin 250 Mg Injection as it does not make you drowsy.

    Safe
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Udicin 250 Mg Injection only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Udicin 250 Mg Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Udicin 250 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Udicin 250 Mg Injection


    Taking Udicin 250 Mg Injection with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Udicin 250 Mg Injection


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Udicin 250 Mg Injection.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Udicin 250 Mg Injection

Question about 6 years ago

How does Udicin work?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Udicin 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

Can I take Udicin with lidocaine?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

Yes, Udicin 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 Udicin together.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Udicin?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Do not self-administer Udicin. 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 Udicin please inform your doctor immediately. 

Question about 6 years ago

What is Udicin?

Udicin 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 over 5 years ago

Does Udicin cause thrombocytopenia?

Dr. Gaurav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Udicin 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.


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
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)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 749

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 136-137

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