Akasyn 500 MG Injection

Akasyn 500 MG Injection is used to cure various types of bacterial infections of the lungs, skin, abdomen and blood caused by E.coli, Streptococci and Enterococci.

The medication works by preventing the synthesis of certain proteins that are required for the growth of bacteria. However, 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.

Some of the side effects associated with this injection are Hearing loss, muscle pain, frequent urination, unusual tiredness & weakness, Difficulty in breathing and blurred vision.

The medication does not excrete through breast milk hence it can be used during breastfeeding, however, pregnant women should consult a doctor before using it to know the risks associated with the injection.

• Intra-Abdominal Infections

• Pneumonia

• Bacteremia

• Allergy

• Impaired Kidney Function

• 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

• How long is the duration of effect?

  This medication is excreted in urine and its effect lasts for a duration of 8 to 12 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The maximum effect of this medication is usually observed in 45 to 120 minutes after it is being injected into the muscles.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medication is not recommended for pregnant women. Doctor consultation is necessary.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendency has been reported for this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication can be used by women who are breastfeeding only after consulting a doctor.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Akasyn 500 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Amitax 500 MG Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Mikacin 500 MG Injection

  Aristo Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd

• Amikanex 500 MG Injection

  Alembic Ltd

• Lupamik 500 MG Injection

  Lupin Ltd

• Amikacin Sulphate 500 MG Injection

  Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd

• 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.

Akasyn 500 MG Injection belongs to the group of Aminoglycosides. It works by irreversibly binding to 30S ribosomal subunits of the susceptible bacteria and inhibits the growth of the bacteria.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  Do not use this injection in combination with Ceftriaxone, Ethinyl Estradiol, Furosemide, Aspirin and Adefovir.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Patients suffering from myasthenia gravis or parkinsonism and Impaired kidney function should exercise caution while using this medication.

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