Information about Amikacin
Generic Name : AmikacinUp-to-date prescription details regarding Amikacin are provided here.
Pronunciation : am i kay' sin
Learn the correct pronunciation of the Amikacin, 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.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
ICD Code : Y40.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics
Trade Names/Brand Names of Amikacin
India :
Amiwin (500mg) |
Sanmik (500mg) |
Micin (250mg) |
Mikaject (500mg) |
Brukin (500mg) |
Park (500mg) |
Lamik (100mg) |
Mikaset (100mg) |
Biosure (250mg) |
Amzo (500mg)
International :
Amikin, Amikin Pediatric
Why is Amikacin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, prescribed for serious bacterial infections. It inhibits the production of bacterial proteins, which causes bacterial cell death.When should Amikacin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Generally not indicated for long-term therapy because of ototoxicity (damage to the ear) and nephrotoxicity (damage to kidney cells).What is the dosage of Amikacin?
The recommended dose is 15mg/kg/day in 1-3 doses, urinary tract infection 250mg twice a day.How should Amikacin be taken?
This medication available in the form of injection, administered by a healthcare professional.What are the warnings and precautions for Amikacin?
•Caution should be exercised in patients with history of kidney disease, vertigo, hearing loss, ringing in the ears, myasthenia gravis, or Parkinson's disease, during pregnancy.• Discontinue, if signs of ototoxicity, neurotoxicity or hypersensitivity occurs; and during lactation.
• Safety has not been established for treatment period >14 days.
• Monitor renal function before and during treatment.
What are the side effects of Amikacin?
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.
What are the other precautions for Amikacin?
Do not change the dose without consulting your doctor.What are the storage conditions for Amikacin?
Injection: Store it in the refrigerator or freezer. Take your next dose from the refrigerator 1 hour before using it; place it in a clean, dry area to allow it to warm to room temperature. Do not refreeze medications.Schedule : H
Prescription drugs - Drugs to be sold only under the prescription of a Registered Medical Practitioner.
