Information about Sisomicin

Generic Name : Sisomicin
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Sisomicin are provided here.

Pronunciation : sis-oh-MY-sin

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Sisomicin, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

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ICD Code : Y40 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Sisomicin

India :

Ensamycin (3mg/mL)

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Why is Sisomicin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, prescribed for conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis and other bacterial infections.

When should Sisomicin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Sisomicin?

Adult: IM- Susceptible infections- 3 mg/kg/day in 2-3 divided doses.
Ophthalmic- Instill one or two drops into the affected eyes as directed by your physician.
Tpical-As 0.1% cream: Apply twice daily.

How should Sisomicin be taken?

It comes as eye drops and cream, to instill into the affected eye and to apply over the affected area respectively. It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Sisomicin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with liver and kidney impairment, Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia gravis, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Sisomicin?

Severe effects - Ear, kidney and brain damage.
Common effects - Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, redness and pain at injection site, dizziness and allergic reactions.