What is Amikacin 500mg used for?

It is used for serious infections such as sepsis, pneumonia, UTIs, abdominal infections, and post-operative infections.

Is it suitable for children?

No, the 500mg dose is primarily for adults. Pediatric patients should receive lower, weight-adjusted doses.

How is this injection administered?

It is administered either intramuscularly or via slow intravenous infusion.

Can this cause kidney or hearing problems?

Yes, especially with prolonged use or high doses. Regular monitoring is essential.

Can it be used with other antibiotics?

Yes, it's often used with beta-lactams for synergistic action in resistant infections.

Amikacin 500mg/2ml Injection | Broad-Spectrum Antibiotic | Intralife Pharmaceuticals

Name: WINKACIN-500
Brand: Intralife
SKU: -NzIEA9_3PRBGsJdJ1Mf
Price: 2825 INR
Availability: InStock

WINKACIN-500

MRP: 2,825

Packaging: 2 ML

Pack Type: injection

Composition:

Amikacin Sulphate 500mg/2ml

Indication:

Hospital Acquired Infections, Serious Respiratory Tract Infections, Recurrent Urinary Tract Infections, Bone & Joint Infections, Skin & Soft Tissue Infections

Description:

Amikacin Sulphate 500mg/2ml Injection is a potent aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat severe systemic infections caused by gram-negative and some gram-positive bacteria. It works by binding to bacterial ribosomes, inhibiting protein synthesis, and ultimately leading to bacterial death.

This high-strength injectable is ideal for adult patients with serious infections like septicemia, lower respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, bone and joint infections, and post-surgical complications.

Tags:

Antibiotic Aminoglycoside Injectable Critical Care Gram-Negative Infections

Usage Information

Dosage

Route: Intramuscular (IM) or slow Intravenous (IV) infusion Adults: 15 mg/kg/day, usually divided every 8–12 hours Elderly/Renal Impairment: Dose adjustment required Children/Neonates: Use lower-dose formulations Treatment duration typically 7–10 days Must be used under physician supervision with renal function monitoring

Side Effects

Nephrotoxicity: Reversible or irreversible kidney damage Ototoxicity: Hearing or vestibular damage, especially with prolonged use Local injection site pain or inflammation Rare allergic reactions Neuromuscular blockade (very rare, especially in predisposed patients)

Contraindications

Known hypersensitivity to aminoglycosides Concurrent use of other nephrotoxic or ototoxic medications Pre-existing kidney disease without dose monitoring Patients with hearing impairment Use during pregnancy (only if clearly indicated)