Ikacin 500mg Injection

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Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Staunch Biotech
Active Ingredient	Amikacin (500mg)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Chemical Class	Aminoglycosides
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class	Aminoglycosides
User Rating	4.6
User Reviews	523

FAQ

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Ikacin 500mg?

Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.

How is Ikacin 500mg administered?

Ikacin 500mg should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Ikacin 500mg.

Can I stop taking Ikacin 500mg when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Ikacin 500mg and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

What if I don't get better after using Ikacin 500mg?

Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, consult your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. The doctor may modify the dose or suggest an alternative medicine.

Can I take alcohol while on Ikacin 500mg?

You should avoid alcohol while being on treatment with Ikacin 500mg. Alcohol consumption may worsen the dizziness and sleepiness that might be caused by Ikacin 500mg. However, if you do have alcohol and experience any side effects, consult your doctor.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, Ikacin 500mg should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Ikacin 500mg can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.

For how long can Ikacin 500mg be taken?

The usual course of treatment with Ikacin 500mg is about 7 to 10 days. However, your doctor will decide your dose depending on the condition you are being treated for. Continue taking Ikacin 500mg in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit. Do not alter the dose of the medicine on your own, consult your doctor first.

Is Ikacin 500mg safe?

Ikacin 500mg is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if you forget to take Ikacin Injection?

If you miss a dose of Ikacin 500mg, please consult your doctor.

Ikacin 500mg Injection Reviews

Ikacin 500mg is an antibiotic used to prevent or treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. These may include infections of the urinary tract, bones, and joints, lungs (eg. pneumonia), brain, blood, among others. It is also used in hospitalized patients to prevent infections.

Ikacin 500mg works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.

Common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions and increased blood urea. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition does not improve despite treatment.

Some patients receiving high doses may develop balance disorder (loss of balance), kidney damage, and hearing loss. Therefore, please follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. Your doctor may also monitor you with regular kidney function tests, hearing tests, and urine tests during treatment. This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

How Ikacin 500mg Injection Works

Ikacin 500mg is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

How to Use Ikacin 500mg Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Benefits of Ikacin 500mg Injection

In Bacterial infections: Ikacin 500mg is the injection form of an antibiotic medicine that stops the growth of the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as urinary tract, bones and joints, lungs (eg. pneumonia), brain, blood, and some others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Uses of Ikacin 500mg Injection

Bacterial infections

Ikacin 500mg Injection Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Ikacin 500mg is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Alcohol ^SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Ikacin 500mg does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Ikacin 500mg is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Ikacin 500mg may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Liver ^{SAFE IF PRESCRIBED}

Ikacin 500mg is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ikacin 500mg may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Kidney ^CAUTION

Ikacin 500mg should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ikacin 500mg may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, or hearing tests while you are on this medication.
It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Ikacin 500mg and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor has prescribed Ikacin 500mg to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.

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