Amee 250 MG Injection
About Amee 250 MG Injection
Amee 250 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.
What are the uses of Amee 250 MG Injection
Intra-Abdominal Infections
Bacteremia
What are the contraindications of Amee 250 MG Injection ?
Impaired Kidney Function
What are the side effects of Amee 250 MG Injection ?
Black Or Tarry Stools
Blurred Vision
Decrease In Frequency Of Urination
Difficulty In Breathing
Muscle Pain
Unusual Tiredness And Weakness
Key highlights of Amee 250 MG Injection
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?
Breastfeeding mother should consult a doctor before using this medication.
What are the substitutes for Amee 250 MG Injection ?
Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Amee 250 MG Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.
- Amikanex 250 MG Injection
Alembic Ltd
- Erkacin 250 MG Injection
Micro Labs Ltd
- Amikamac 250 MG Injection
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt.Ltd
- Mkcin 250 MG Injection
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Mikastar 250 MG Injection
Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd
What are the dosage instructions?
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.
How does this medication work?
Amee 250 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.
What are the interactions of Amee 250 MG Injection ?
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.
References
Amikacin- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2019 [Cited 13 December 2019]. Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/amikacin
Amikacin- DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2019 [Cited 13 December 2019]. Available from:
https://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB00479
Amikacin 250 mg/ml Injection- EMC [Internet] medicines.org.uk. 2015 [Cited 13 December 2019]. Available from:
https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/3784
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