Mikacin 500 Mg

Description

Mikacin 500 Mg Injection (10 Ml) (Amikacin)

Generic Name:

Amikacin

Equivalent USA Brand:

• Amikin

About Mikacin:

Uses: Treatment for bacterial infections such as:

• Urinary Tract Infections
• Soft tissue infections
• Bone infections
• Abdominal infections
• Blood infections

Administration: Requires a doctor’s prescription and must be administered by a healthcare professional.

Manufacturer:

Aristo Pharmaceuticals (India)

Strength:

Contains Amikacin 500 mg per injection vial.

Uses:

Treats various bacterial infections:

• Intra-abdominal infection
• Pneumonia
• Bacteremia
• Bone and joint infections

Mechanism of Action:

Antibiotic that inhibits protein synthesis in bacteria.

Precautions:

Before Use:

• Check for allergies to its components.
• Inform the doctor about existing medical conditions and medications.

Avoid:

• Alcohol consumption.
• Driving, due to potential dizziness.
• Taking other medications without consulting a doctor.

Contraindications:

You should avoid Mikacin if you:

• Have allergies or hypersensitivity to it.
• Experience skin rashes, irritation, or difficulty breathing.
• Have hearing difficulties or tinnitus.
• Have severe gastrointestinal, kidney, or liver disease.
• Are pregnant, conceiving, or breastfeeding.

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Are hypersensitive to it.
• Have liver or kidney disease.
• Have asthma, gastrointestinal disease, or any brain disease.
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Are on other medications or therapies.

Dosage:

Mikacin is a prescription-based drug administered by a healthcare professional. Consult your doctor for the correct dosage based on your condition.

How to Take Mikacin:

Must be administered by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Duration of Use:

Follow your doctor’s instructions and complete the prescribed course.

Overdose:

Contact a doctor immediately if overdose symptoms occur, such as swelling, dizziness, or severe gastrointestinal distress.

Missed Dose:

Take a missed dose as soon as you remember, but skip it if it’s almost time for the next dose. Do not double up.

Side Effects:

• Black or tarry stools
• Blurred vision
• Decreased urination
• Dizziness
• Difficulty breathing
• Allergic reactions
• Hearing loss
• Muscle pain
• Unusual tiredness and weakness
• Skin rashes
• Nausea/Vomiting
• Headache

Common Drug Interactions:

May interact with other medications:

• Furosemide
• Ceftriaxone
• Ethinyl Estradiol
• Adefovir
• Aspirin

Also interacts with:

• Impaired kidney functions
• Myasthenia Gravis

Warnings and Precautions:

Use cautiously if you have:

• Hypersensitivity or allergy
• Impaired gastrointestinal functions
• Kidney or liver issues
• Are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Drug resistance
• Myasthenia Gravis
• Are a premature or newborn baby
• Operate machinery

Things to Remember:

• Stay hydrated while on this medication.
• Keep out of reach of children.
• Monitor blood, urine, and hearing for adverse effects.
• Regular kidney function tests may be needed.
• Consult your doctor with any questions about the injection.

Indications:

• Do not stop taking Mikacin without consulting your doctor.
• Do not self-administer; always seek help from a healthcare professional.

Storage:

Store the injection in a cool, dry place. Ensure it is not damaged or leaked. Use the vial contents immediately.