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Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Kanamycin
- Manufactured by : ZAFA PHARMACEUTICAL LABORATORIES (PVT) LTD.
- Drug Strength : 500 mg
- Drug Form : Injection
- Pack Size : 1 vial
- Product SKU : pg_11927_16540
Kanamycin Injection contains Kanamycin | belongs to Aminoglycoside
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How it works
Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial works by interfering with protein synthesis. It binds to the 30S subunit of the bacterial ribosome.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial
- Hearing loss
- Nausea and vomiting
- Skin rash
- Diarrhea
- Numbness
- Muscle twitching
Uses of Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial
What is it prescribed for?
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Tuberculosis
This medicine is used in the treatment of active tuberculosis caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis when other antitubercular medicines like rifampicin or isoniazid are not effective or in case of resistance.
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Serious bacterial infections
This medicine is used to treat the serious bacterial infections caused by a variety of bacteria.
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Peritonitis
This medicine is used in the treatment of inflammation of the inner lining of the abdomen (Peritonitis) caused by the bacteria.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit forming tendency has been reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
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Myasthenia Gravis
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of myasthenia gravis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor on priority. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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Diarrhea
Antibiotic therapy will cause an imbalance in the normal microbial flora of the large intestine, which may promote the growth of a bacteria called Clostridium difficile and you may experience severe diarrhea as a result. Report any such incidence to the doctor on priority. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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Drug resistance
Usage of this medicine without sufficient proof or suspicion of a bacterial infection should be avoided. Irrational dosing might fail in providing the benefits and even cause toxicity. It may also increase the risk of development of bacteria that are drug resistant.
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Hearing Loss
This medicine may cause hearing loss and should be used with extreme caution in patients with auditory impairment. Close monitoring of hearing function is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
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Dehydration
Consume an adequate amount of water to prevent kidney injury. Fluid status should be monitored closely, especially in patients with severe diarrhea and vomiting who are receiving Efficin 1 g Injection. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
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Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital or clinical setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very low. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Omeprazole moderate
- Amikacin moderate
- Capreomycin severe
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severe
This medicine should be used with extreme caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of kidney function is recommended during treatment with this medicine. Any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor immediately. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with gastrointestinal diseases, especially colitis due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
General Instructions
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Other details
- This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.
References
- wikipedia.org - Kanamycin [Internet]. Available from: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kanamycin_A#:~:text=Malabsorption%20syndrome-,Mechanism,be%20placed%20into%20the%20peptide. [cited 8/7/2020]. 2020
- drugs.com - Kanamycin [Internet]. Available from: https://www.drugs.com/mtm/kanamycin.html [cited 8/7/2020]. 2010
How to use Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial
Administered by deep IM inj into the upper outer quadrant of the gluteal muscles or by intermittent IV infusion over 30-60 min at a conc. of 2.5-5 mg/mL in D5W or NS. Also administered by intraperitoneal instillation and irrigation.
what are the adverse effects of Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial?
Ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.
What happens if I miss a dose of Kanamycin Injection 500 mg 1 Vial?
Adults: Acute infections, 1 gm IM daily in two to four divided doses for max 6 days. Children: 15 mg/kg IM daily in two to four divided doses for max 6 days.
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