Amikamac 500mg Injection

Description

Amikamac 500mg Injection contains Amikacin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat a variety of serious bacterial infections. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis, thereby killing or stopping the growth of bacteria.

Uses / Indications:

• Severe bacterial infections including respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and septicemia

• Infections caused by Gram-negative bacteria resistant to other antibiotics

• Post-surgical infections and complicated infections where oral antibiotics are insufficient

Benefits:

• Provides effective treatment of severe infections

• Helps reduce bacterial growth and spread

• Often used in hospital settings for serious infections

How to Use:

• Administered intravenously (IV) or intramuscularly (IM) as prescribed by a doctor.

• Dose depends on age, weight, kidney function, and severity of infection.

• Must be administered under medical supervision.

Precautions:

• Prescription required – use only under medical supervision.

• Caution in patients with kidney disease, hearing problems, or neuromuscular disorders.

• Regular monitoring of kidney function and hearing may be required during treatment.

• Use carefully in pregnant or breastfeeding women, only if clearly indicated.

Possible Side Effects:

• Mild: nausea, injection site pain, rash

• Rare: kidney toxicity, hearing loss, dizziness, allergic reactions

• Very rare: neuromuscular blockade

Storage:

• Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light.

• Keep tightly sealed and out of reach of children.