Amikacin Injection is an antibiotic injection, used to treat various bacterial infections in different body parts. It comes under the category of medicines called aminoglycoside antibiotics. In addition, It prevents or kills harmful bacteria growth that promotes various bacterial infections. These harmful bacteria produce toxins (harmful chemicals) that damage tissues and make you ill. However, Amikacin Injection is not effective for viral infections such as flu, cold, or fever and is used for serious bacterial infections in which other medicines are not effective.
Benefits Of Amikacin Injection
It is beneficial in the treatment of various bacterial infections. These bacteria may occur in the lungs (eg. pneumonia), urinary tract, bones, joints, brain, blood, etc. Your doctor will directly inject Amikacin Injection into your vein or muscle. It should not be injected self-administered. In addition, it should be taken at regular intervals of time and you have to complete its dosage as your doctor or health specialist prescribes.
Side Effects
Generally, Amikacin Injection is well tolerated and does not cause any serious side effects in the body. Sometimes, common side effects may occur in some of the patients. These side effects do not need any medical attention as they disappear after some time. However, if these side effects remain in your body for a long time then it is advisable to consult with your immediately. Some of the common side effects of Amikacin Injection are listed below:
- Irritation at the application site.
- Skin rash
- Nausea
- Diarrhoea
- Vomiting
- Chest pain
- Increase in the blood urea level
Precautions To Be Taken While Consuming Amikacin Injection
- Consumption of Alcohol is unsafe while taking Amikacin Injection. It is harmful and may cause some serious side effects in your body.
- Pregnant mothers should take this injection under their doctor or health specialist’s supervision. Your doctor or health specialist will decide whether the medicine is suitable for you or not.
- Consult your doctor before taking Amikacin Injection if you are a breastfeeding mother. Your doctor will determine the exact dose and duration of this medicine.
- Do not drive or operate any heavy machine for some time after taking this medicine. It may cause dizziness or drowsiness and affect your concentration level.
- Inform your doctor if you have any history or suffering from kidney or liver disease. Therefore, your doctor will prescribe the accurate dosage and duration.
- It is given to children under the doctor’s supervision. The doctor will adjust the dose depending on the child’s age and weight.
Storage Condition
- Store it in a cool, moist, and dry place (Below 30°C).
- Keep it far from your children’s reach.
- Keep it away from the sunlight rays.
Drug Interactions
It is advisable to not take Amikacin Injection with these medications. These may interact with it and can cause spine serious side effects in your body. Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the below medications:
| LetibotulinumtoxinA-wlbg | Alcuronium |
| Lysine | Aspirin |
| Mannitol | Atracurium |
| Metocurine | Cholera Vaccine, Live |
| Mivacurium | Cidofovir |
| Pancuronium | Cisatracurium |
| Pipecuronium | Colistimethate Sodium |
| Rapacuronium | Decamethonium |
| Rocuronium | Doxacurium |
| Succinylcholine | Emtricitabine |
| Tacrolimus | Ethacrynic Acid |
| Tenofovir Alafenamide | Fazadinium |
| Tubocurarine | Foscarnet |
| Urea | Furosemide |
| Vancomycin | Gallamine |
| Vecuronium | Hexafluorenium |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How fast does Amikacin Injection work?
It starts showing its effect within 24-48 hours. However, if the result will not occur in 3-5 days then it should be stopped and you need to consult with the doctor immediately.
What is the cost of Amikacin Injection?
Its price ranges from INR 90 to INR 100. Different sellers sell it at different prices in a specific area.
