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Sisomicin

Latest prescription information about Sisomicin. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Sisomicin
Pronunciation : sis-oh-MY-sin
Trade Name(s): 
India- Ensamycin Cream, Ensamycin Eye Drops, Sisocin Eye Drops, Sisocin Skin Cream, Sisoptin Inj.
Why it is prescribed (Indications) : 
This medication is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, prescribed for conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis and other bacterial infections.

When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): 


Hypersensitivity.

Pregnancy Category :

A B C D X
Category D : There is positive evidence of human fetal risk based on adverse reaction data from investigational or marketing experience or studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks.


When it is to be taken : 
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 it should 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.
Special Instruction : 
* Caution should be exercised in patients with liver and kidney impairment, Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia gravis, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Side Effects : 
Severe effects - Ear, kidney and brain damage.
Common effects - Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, redness and pain at injection site, dizziness and allergic reactions.
Other Precautions : 
*Avoid excess dosage.
Storage Conditions : 
Store it at room temperature.

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