Medicine Description amikacin 100mg/2ml
Amikacin vials are an antibiotic used to treat serious bacterial infections, such as bone infections and urinary tract
infections, because they contain the active ingredient amikacin.
They can also be used for respiratory infections that do not respond to other antibiotics. The injection can be
administered intravenously or intramuscularly, as directed by the physician.
Components of Amikacin Vials
The vial contains the active ingredient amikacin at a concentration of 100 mg/2 ml.
Indications for Amikacin Use
The antibiotic amikacin is used to treat the following conditions:
- Treatment of bacterial infections.
- Treatment of bacterial infections.
- Treatment of bone infections.
- Treatment of bronchitis.
- Treatment of urinary tract infections.
- Treatment of bone and joint infections.
Dosage of Amikacin
The treating physician will determine the appropriate dosage of the vial based on the type and severity of the
infection. It is generally calculated based on the patient's weight and is taken in divided doses every 8-12 hours.
How to Use Amikacin Injections
- Intramuscular injections are administered into large muscles such as the gluteus or thigh.
- Intravenous injections are given as a diluted solution very slowly over a period of 30-60 minutes.
- The full course of treatment must be completed as prescribed by your doctor.
Contraindications for Amikacin Injections
- Contraindicated in cases of hypersensitivity to the active ingredient.
- Contraindicated in cases of kidney failure and hearing problems.
- Contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding except under the supervision of a doctor.
Side Effects of Amikacin Injections
- Pain at the injection site.
- Headache.
- Nausea.
- General fatigue.
- Vomiting.
- Diarrhea.
Amikacin Strengths
Amikacin is available in several pharmaceutical forms:
- 2 ml 100 mg vials.
- 2 ml 500 mg vials.
- 2 ml 250 mg vials.
- 500 mg vials.
- 100ml spray.
Amikacin alternatives
- Amikabiotic
- Advomikacin
- Amikacin amoun
- Amikin
Amikacin vial storage conditions
- Amikacin vials should be stored at room temperature below 25°C.
- Injections should be stored in a dry, dark place.