Emikacin: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Emikacin Benefits & Uses

Emikacin is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

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

Other Benefits

Emikacin 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

Emikacin Related Warnings

Is the use of Emikacin safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Emikacin safe during breastfeeding?

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

Unknown
What is the effect of Emikacin on the Kidneys?

Consumption of Emikacin can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.

Severe
What is the effect of Emikacin on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Emikacin on the Heart?

Emikacin is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Emikacin with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Emikacin Contraindications

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

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

Frequently asked Questions about Emikacin

Is this Emikacin habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Emikacin is addictive.

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

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

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Emikacin only on doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Emikacin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Emikacin

You can take Emikacin with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Emikacin

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Emikacin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Emikacin

Question over 5 years ago

Is Emikacin ototoxic?

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

Yes, Emikacin 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 almost 6 years ago

What is Emikacin?

Emikacin 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

Is Emikacin nephrotoxic?

Dr Anjum Mujawar MBBS, MBBS , Emergency Medicine

Yes, Emikacin is nephrotoxic. Nephrotoxicity depends on dose and duration of therapy. Thus, nephrotoxicity is likely to occur if Emikacin 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 Emikacin with another nephrotoxic drug. If you notice any urine discoloration after taking this drug then inform your doctor immediately.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Emikacin cause constipation?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

No, Emikacin 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 about 5 years ago

Is Emikacin available in tablet form?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

No, Emikacin 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.