Mikacin 500mg Injection 2ml

ABOUT THE DRUG:

Amikacin is the main active pharmaceutical ingredient present in Mikacin Injection. Amikacin is a man-made aminoglycoside antibiotic. It is similar to tobramycin and gentamicin. This drug is used to treat multiple variety of bacterial infections. Amikacin injection will not work for colds, flu, or other viral infections.

USES OF THE DRUG:

Amikacin injection is used to treat certain serious infections that are caused by bacteria, such as meningitis (infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord) and infections of the blood, abdomen (stomach area), lungs, skin, bones, joints, and urinary tract. Amikacin injection is in a class of medications called aminoglycoside antibiotics.

WORKING OF THE DRUG:

This drug consists of Amikacin. This drug is known to prevent the bacterial growth and its replication. It works by fighting it with bacteria by interfering in its growth process and thereby kills the bacteria which are responsible for the infection.

MANUFACTURER:

Mikacin Injection is manufactured by Cipla, India. The drugs are available on our website. To buy Mikacin Injection – 500 mg online, visit Pillsblue.com.

DOSAGE FORM AND STRENGTHS:

The drug is available in the form of sterile injection under the following brand name and strength on our website:

Mikacin Injection ? 500 mg
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DO NOT TAKE THE DRUG IF YOU:

Are allergic to this active ingredient Amikacin or any other ingredient of the medicine
Have myasthenia gravis or Parkinson’s disease.
Are pregnant or planning to be pregnant in the near future
Are breastfeeding, as the drug may pass into the breast milk

TELL YOUR DOCTOR IF YOU:

Have a history of severe allergic reaction
Have severe liver problems
Have kidney problem
Have any muscles problem
Have cystic fibrosis

HOW MUCH TO TAKE THE DRUG?

Dosage depends upon your age, weight, medical condition and your response to the treatment. Therefore, your doctor will decide the dose. Take the dose exactly as prescribed by the doctor. Do not double the dose.

HOW TO TAKE THE DRUG?

The drug is available in the form of an Injection. Amikacin injection comes in a sterile liquid form to be injected intravenously that is into a vein or intramuscularly that is into a muscle, every 8 or 12 hours (two or three times a day). When Amikacin is injected intravenously, it is usually injected slowly over a period of 30 to 60 minutes. The length of your treatment depends on the type of infection you have. If you are taking this medicament at home, use this drug exactly as directed by your doctor.

FOR HOW LONG TO TAKE IT?

You should take the dose until you finish the prescribed dose. Do not change and stop the dose even if you feel better. You should complete the prescribed dose.

OVERDOSE:

In case of an overdose, get emergency medical attention or call the Doctor Immediately.

MISS DOSE:

If you miss a dose of Amikacin, then take it as soon as you remember. Never take the missed dose if the time to take the next dose is almost up. Taking multiple doses at almost same time can lead to excess medication in your body which can be harmful.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MIKACIN 500MG :

COMMON

  Diarrhea,
Nausea,
Vomiting,
Headache, And Fever

RARE

Rash,
Peeling Or Blistering Of The Skin,
Swelling Of Eyes Or Face,
Hives,
Difficulty In Breathing Or Swallowing,
Itching, And Severe Diarrhea.

COMMON DRUG INTERACTIONS:

You must share in advance with your doctor, the list of all medications which you may be using, especially these ones: other antibiotic such as amoxicillin, ampicillin, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), meclizine, furosemide, diuretics, amphotericin B and cephalosporins. However, this is incomplete information as mentioning all the details here is quite difficult for this drug. There may be other medications that show drug interaction. Never start a new medication with consulting a doctor.

THINGS TO REMEMBER:

Do not share this medicine with anyone else, even if someone is having a similar symptoms
Do not use this medication for any other disease without consulting to the doctor
In case you do not feel comfort after completing the medication prescribed by your doctor, then consult your doctor immediately
Do not freeze the medicine and store the medicine at room temperature

USES OF MIKACIN INJECTION

• Bacterial infections

BENEFITS OF MIKACIN INJECTION

In Bacterial infections

Mikacin 500mg Injection is the injection form of an antibiotic medicine that stops the growth of the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as urinary tract, bones and joints, lungs (eg. pneumonia), brain, blood, and some others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

SIDE EFFECTS OF MIKACIN INJECTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Mikacin

• Increased blood urea
• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

HOW TO USE MIKACIN INJECTION

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

HOW MIKACIN INJECTION WORKS

Mikacin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

SAFETY ADVICE

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Mikacin 500mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Mikacin 500mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mikacin 500mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Mikacin 500mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Mikacin 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Mikacin 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Mikacin 500mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Mikacin 500mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE MIKACIN INJECTION?

If you miss a dose of Mikacin 500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.