Mikacin 250mg Injection (Amikacin 250mg)

Mikacin 250mg Injection

Mikacin 250 MG Injection is used to cure various types of bacterial infections of lungs, skin, abdomen and blood caused by E.coli, Streptococci and Enterococci. Use of this medication can lead to complications related to kidney and hearing problems in elderly patients. The medication should be avoided if you have a known allergy to it.

Use

Intra-Abdominal Infections

Mikacin 250 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Intra-abdominal infections like Peritonitis, Appendicitis, Intra-abdominal Abscess caused due to bacterial infection by E.coli, Streptococci and Enterococci.
Pneumonia

Mikacin 250 MG Injection is used in the treatment of Pneumonia, a common type of lung disease caused due to bacterial infection by Streptococcus pneumoniae and Haemophilus influenzae.
Bacteremia

Mikacin 250 MG Injection is used to treat Bacteremia, a blood infection caused by bacteria Staphylococci and Streptococcus pyogenes.
Allergy

Mikacin 250 MG Injection or any other Aminoglycosides should be avoided if you have a known allergy to it.
Impaired Kidney Function

Avoid if you have a pre-existing kidney disease as it increases the risk of kidney injury.

Side Effects

Black Or Tarry Stools

Blurred Vision

Decrease In Frequency Of Urination

Dizziness

Difficulty In Breathing

Hearing Loss

Muscle Pain

Unusual Tiredness And Weakness

Skin Rash

Vomiting

Dosage

Are there any missed dose instructions?

Take the missed dose as soon as possible. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the dose and follow the regular schedule.
Are there any overdose instructions?

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Work

Mikacin 250 MG Injection belongs to the group of Aminoglycosides. It works by irreversibly binding to 30S ribosomal subunits of the susceptible bacteria and intervenes with the production of essential components required for the growth of bacteria.