AMIKACIN INJ 500MG/2ML

Amikacin?Injection?500mg/2ml?contains?amikacin, an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. It works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Dosage/Directions

Administered?by?a?healthcare?professional either?intravenously?(IV)?or?intramuscularly?(IM).

Dosage is?based?on?the?patient’s?medical?condition,?weight,?lab?tests,?and?response?to?treatment.

Frequency:?Usually?every?8?hours.

Complete?the?full?course of?treatment?even?if?symptoms?improve.

Side?Effects

Common?side?effects?may?include?nausea,?vomiting,?stomach?upset,?loss?of?appetite,?pain/irritation/redness?at?the?injection?site.?Serious?side?effects?are?rare?but?can?include?numbness/tingling,?muscle?twitching?or?weakness,?seizures,?severe?allergic?reactions. If you experience any severe side effects, seek medical attention immediately.