Nkacin 500 Injection (Amikacin 500mg)

Description

Nkacin 500 MG Injection is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used for the short-term treatment of serious bacterial infections of the lungs, skin, abdomen, blood, brain, urinary tract, bones and joints. This injection kills or stops the growth of bacteria causing the infection. It is not effective against infections caused by viruses.

Common side effects of Nkacin 500 MG Injection are pain at the injection site, skin rash, headache, weakness, and dizziness. Do not use this medicine if you are previously allergic to it. High doses of this medicine may cause damage to your hearing, sense of balance, and kidneys. Perform your kidney function and hearing tests during treatment.

Nkacin 500 MG Injection is expected to cure infections in a short-term of 7-10 days. It is administered into your vein or muscle by a health care professional in a hospital or clinic. Once an antibiotic is started, it is always recommended to finish the entire course of treatment. This injection should only be used to treat or prevent infections that are caused by bacteria. Using an antibiotic when it is not required can make it less effective for future infections.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Nkacin 500 MG Injection
Akasyn 500 MG Injection
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Bristokacin 500 MG Injection
Bms India Pvt. Ltd.
Ivimicin 500 MG Injection
Fdc Ltd.
La-Mika 500 MG Injection
Zuventus Healthcare Ltd.
Macmika 500 MG Injection
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Nkacin 500 MG Injection
Black or tarry stools
Decrease in frequency of urination
Dizziness
Difficulty in breathing
Hearing loss
Muscle pain
Unusual tiredness and weakness
Skin rash
Pain at the injection site

Uses of Nkacin 500 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Intra-abdominal Infection
Intra-abdominal infection (IAI) describes a number of infections. It includes peritonitis (swelling of the peritoneum-lining of the abdominal wall), pancreatitis (swelling of the pancreas- an organ located behind the lower part of the stomach), diverticulitis (swelling of diverticula- one or more small pouches in the intestine), cholecystitis (swelling of the gallbladder-a small digestive organ that sits just under the liver), and cholangitis (swelling of the bile duct system). Nkacin 500 MG Injection is used to treat infections occurring within the abdomen caused by bacteria.
Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the air sacs in the lungs (either single or both lungs). It can be bacterial and viral. Nkacin 500 MG Injection is used to treat pneumonia caused by bacteria.
Bacteremia
Bacteremia is the presence of bacteria in the blood. Bacteria can sometimes enter your bloodstream from dental or medical procedures, or from infections. If this condition left untreated it can lead to septicemia which is an infection of the blood caused by bacteria. Nkacin 500 MG Injection is used for the treatment of bacteremia.
Bone and joint infections
Bone and joint infections occur in the bones and joints. Osteomyelitis is an infection of the bone and septic arthritis is an infection in a joint. These infections can occur due to a bone/joint injury or through blood by which bacteria, virus, or fungi invade a bone/joint. Nkacin 500 MG Injection is used for the treatment of osteomyelitis and septic arthritis caused by bacteria.
Urinary tract infections
An infection in any part of your urinary system- the kidneys, bladder, ureters, or urethra is called urinary tract infections (UTIs). UTIs are the most common infections in humans and woman are at greater risk of getting this infection. UTI’s can occur as complicated or uncomplicated urinary tract infections.

Complicated UTI’s are caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria (the bacteria may become non-responsive to more than one antibiotic) and can occur due to structural and functional abnormalities of the urinary tract. Uncomplicated urinary tract infection is an infection of the urinary tract in a healthy individual with normal and functional urinary tract and no known reasons to develop a UTI. Nkacin 500 MG Injection is used to treat complicated and uncomplicated urinary tract infections caused by bacteria.
Bacterial Meningitis
Bacterial meningitis is an infection of meninges, the protective layer that surrounds the brain and spinal cord. It starts when bacteria get into your bloodstream and travel to your brain and spinal cord. Nkacin 500 MG Injection is used to treat bacterial meningitis.
Skin and soft tissue infections
Skin and soft tissue infections occur when the bacteria invade the skin and its supporting structures. Nkacin 500 MG Injection is used to treat all skin infections including abscess caused by bacteria.
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When not to use?
Allergy
Avoid using Nkacin 500 MG Injection if you are previously allergic to it. Some patients may get allergic reactions to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of allergic reactions such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulties, etc.
Myasthenia gravis
Myasthenia gravis is a skeletal muscle weakness condition characterized by severe weakness of any of the muscles under your voluntary control, including the arms and legs. Nkacin 500 MG Injection should be avoided in patients with myasthenia gravis since it may get worsen.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Nkacin 500 MG Injection should not be used during pregnancy unless there are no safer options. Use of amikacin in pregnant women caused some babies to have birth defects. However, in some serious conditions, your doctor may recommend this medicine if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby.
Breast-feeding
It is best to be cautious before using Nkacin 500 MG Injection while breastfeeding because it is not known whether this medicine crosses into human milk. Hence it should only be used if the benefit is greater than the risk of harm to the baby. If used, the baby should be observed for symptoms such as diarrhoea and yeast infection.
General warnings
Hearing loss and kidney damage
High doses of Nkacin 500 MG Injection may cause damage to your hearing, sense of balance, and kidneys. Perform your kidney function and hearing tests during treatment.
Antibiotic resistance
The entire course of treatment with Nkacin 500 MG Injection should be completed, even if the condition gets better to avoid antibiotic resistance.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since Nkacin 500 MG Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since Nkacin 500 MG Injection is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the chances of an overdose are very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

General Instructions
Nkacin 500 MG Injection should be administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical or hospital setting. Report any undesirable side effects to the doctor promptly. Amikacin dose is available as strength of amikacin 100mg 250 mg and 500 mg. Amikacin injection price may vary based on the strengths.