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Amikacin injection

(am-eh-kay-sin)

common brand names: Amikin

Warning: this pill has caused kidney problems, nerve damage or permanent hearing loss, even in usual doses. Hearing loss can occur even after drug is stopped. If you already have kidney problems or hearing difficulty, tell your physician. Notify you're physician immediately if any of the following occur: ringing in youre ears, hearing loss, unusual change in amount of urine, dizziness, numbness, skin tingling, muscle twitching or seizures. this pill may be stopped if you develop kidney or hearing problems. your doctor will monitor your progress to minimize the possibility of these effects occurring and may run certain tests (e.g., hearing and/or kidney tests). don't use this medication with other drugs that may cause nerve, kidney or hearing problems. other factors that increase the risk of these side effects occurring include advanced age or dehydration (unusual thirst).

Simular Drugs : Amikin, Amikin Pediatric

Amikin Usage: this medication is an antibiotic used to treat wide variety of serious bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and infections about blood, abdomen or bones. this medication must be given by injection since it is poorly absorbed if taken by mouth.

How to use Amikin: this medication is given by injection. this may be injected into large muscle such as the buttocks or infused into vein over 30 minutes to one hour. It's usually given two or three times day for 7 to 10 days. Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do it by using drug at evenly spaced intervals throughout day and night as prescribed. Continue using this for full clock prescribed. Stopping the medication too soon may result in ineffective treatment.

Amikin side effects: this medication may cause nausea, vomiting or weakness as your body adjusts to the tablet. If these effects continue or become severe, inform some your doctor. this med may cause hearing loss or kidney damage especially if used in high doses or for prolonged periods of time. It's important proper dose be used. site where injection is given may be red and irritated since a few days. Notify your physician if irritation continues or becomes worse. Notify your healthcare professional immediately if you develop: dizziness, ringing in the ears, hearing loss, skin rash, difficulty breathing, difficult or painful urination, muscle twitching. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact some your physician or pharmacist.

Amikin Precautions: Before using this, tell you're doctor if you have: kidney disease, hearing disorders, muscle disorders, allergies (especially to antibiotics). Amikacin isn't recommended for use during pregnancy. Consult your doctor before using this drug. Small amounts of it drug have been detected in breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Amikin tablet interactions: Tell your physician of any nonprescription or prescription med you use, especially about: cephalosporins, penicillins, certain diuretics or 'water pills' (loop diuretics), neuromuscular blockers (e.g., halothane). do not start or stop any medicine with out pharmacist or physician approval.

Amikin Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include change in amount about urine, difficulty breathing, dizziness, ringing in the ear, or lightheadedness.

Amikin special notes: Laboratory tests and blood counts will be done routinely while using this to monitor Its effects & prevent side effects.

If you missed Amikin dose: Try to use each dose as scheduled. If you miss dose, contact your health care provider who will help establish a new dosing schedule. don't 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Amikin Storage: Vials should be stored at room temperature between 59 & 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from sunlight. Infusion bags may be refrigerated as directed. Allow frozen IV bag to thaw & warm to room temperature before using. Allow the refrigerated IV bag to sit at room temperature for one hour before using. check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused tablet after that time. Infusion bags can be stored for 24 hours at room temperature, for 60 days at 39 degrees F (4 degrees C) or frozen for 30 days at 5 degrees F (-15 degrees C). These solutions will retain potency since 24 hours at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). don't use if solution is dark in color.

Active Ingredients : Amikacin