Side effect(s) of Amikacin

Last Updated on Jul 13, 2023

Review the side-effects of Amikacin as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  Musculoskeletal- Muscle weakness (due to blocking of signals from the nerves to the muscles).

  Eye and ENT- Hearing loss and loss of balance.

  Genitourinary- Reduced urine volume, protein in urine, increased serum creatinine, urinary casts, red and white blood cells in urine and high level of nitrogen waste in blood (azotemia).

  Miscellaneous- Decreased serum magnesium.

Other Precautions :

Do not change the dose without consulting your doctor.

Drug Name : Amikacin

Amikacin(Amikin) generic is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, prescribed for serious bacterial infections. It inhibits the production of bacterial proteins, which causes bacterial cell death.