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Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection related warnings section.
Ivimicin 250 Mg 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. The section on Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Ivimicin 250 Mg 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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Is the use of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?
Ivimicin shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Ivimicin in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Ivimicin is unavailable.
What is the effect of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?
Consumption of Ivimicin can harm the kidneys. So it is important to take medical advice beforehand.
What is the effect of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Ivimicin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ivimicin on the heart have been reported.
Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection 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 Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection
Taking Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection
Information about the interaction of Ivimicin 250 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Ivimicin 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.
Do not self-administer Ivimicin. 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 Ivimicin please inform your doctor immediately.
Yes, Ivimicin is safe to use, if taken in prescribed amount and duration as advised by the doctor. However, certain side effects have been associated with this drug such as decreased urination, itching, irritation, and hearing loss. If you experience above-mentioned side after consuming this medicine then inform your doctor and follow his/her instructions.
No, Ivimicin 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, Ivimicin 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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