Amikacin 500mg

Amikacin 500mg injection is a potent antibiotic belonging to the aminoglycoside class, It is used to treat severe bacterial infections, particularly those caused by susceptible strains of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Amikacin injection works by inhibiting the growth of bacteria, thereby stopping the infection from spreading. Amikacin works by killing bacteria or putting a stop to their growth. However, an Amikacin 500mg injection will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections. Amikacin injection is to be given only by or under the supervision of a doctor. Amikacin is available in the form of Powder for solution, which works by stopping the growth of bacteria.  

Using antibiotics like Amikacin when they are not needed increases your risk of getting an infection later that resists antibiotic treatment. Side effects of Amikacin are rare but sometimes Swelling, redness, or pain at the injection site may occur, If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.  Do not skip any doses of Amikacin 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.

Medical Benefits of Amikacin 500mg Injection

This Injection is an antibiotic used to prevent or treat a wide variety of bacterial infections, Amikacin is also used in hospitalized patients to prevent infections. These may include several ranges of infections such as 

• urinary tract
• Bones and joints 
• Lungs infection
• Brain infection
• Blood  infection

Direction of Use Amikacin 500mg injection

• It is important to follow the schedule of Amikacin 500mg Injection as recommended by your healthcare provider.
• Do not stop or change the dosage of Amikacin 500mg Injection without consulting your healthcare provider as it may cause some serious side effects in your body.
• Inform your healthcare provider if you experience any side effects or have any concerns about the Amikacin 500mg Injection.
• Store the Amikacin 500mg Injection at room temperature and protect them from light.
• Do not use the medication if it appears cloudy, discolored, or contains particles.
• Discard any unused medication properly according to your healthcare provider’s instructions during the Amikacin 500mg Injection.

Side Effect of Amikacin 500mg Injection

Common side effects of Amikacin 500mg Injection include injection site reactions and increased blood urea. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects of Amikacin 500mg Injection persist or if your condition does not improve despite treatment. The range of side effects noticed on using the Amikacin 500mg Injection are mentioned as follows,

• Increased blood urea
• Agitation
• Black, tarry stools
• Bloody or cloudy urine
• Bluish lips or skin
• Blurred vision
• Chest pain
• Confusion
• Cough
• Decrease in the amount of urine
• Depression
• Difficulty with breathing
• Difficulty with moving
• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• dry mouth
• A feeling of fullness in the ears
• Fever
• Headache
• Hearing loss
• Irritability
• Lethargy
• Loss of balance
• Loss or change in hearing
• Muscle pain or stiffness
• Muscle twitching
• Nausea
• Not breathing
• Pain in the joints
• Pain in the lower back or side
• Painful or difficult urination
• Pale skin
• Rapid weight gain
• Ringing or buzzing in the ears
• Seizures
• Shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
• Shortness of breath
• Sore throat
• Ulcers on the lips or in the mouth
• Stupor
• Sweating
• Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)