Amikin Pediatric - Amikacin Injection Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Amikin Pediatric.
• Amikin
• am-eh-KAY-sin

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• Symptoms of overdose may include change in amount of urine, difficulty breathing, dizziness, ringing in the ear, or lightheadedness.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of serious bacterial infections, such as respiratory tract infections, skin infections, urinary tract infections, and infections of the blood, abdomen or bones.
• This medication must be given by injection since it is poorly absorbed if taken by mouth.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• Try to use each dose as scheduled.
• If you miss a dose, contact your health care provider who will help establish a new dosing schedule.
• Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Amikin Pediatric Storage Instructions

• Vials should be stored at room temperature between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 to 30 degrees C) away from sunlight.
• Infusion bags may be refrigerated as directed.
• Allow the frozen IV bag to thaw and warm to room temperature before using.
• Allow the refrigerated IV bag to sit at room temperature for one hour before using.
• Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused medication after that time.
• Infusion bags can be stored for 24 hours at room temperature, for 60 days at 39 degrees F (4 degrees C) or frozen for 30 days at 5 degrees F (-15 degrees C).
• These solutions will retain potency for 24 hours at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C).
• Do not use if solution is dark in color.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is given by injection.
• It may be injected into a large muscle such as the buttocks or infused into a vein over 30 minutes to one hour.
• It is usually given two or three times a day for 7 to 10 days.
• Antibiotics work best when the amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant level.
• Do this by using the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day and night as prescribed.
• Continue using this for the full time prescribed.
• Stopping the medication too soon may result in ineffective treatment.

Possible Side Effects

• This medication may cause nausea, vomiting or weakness as your body adjusts to the medication.
• If these effects continue or become severe, inform your doctor.
• This medication can cause hearing loss or kidney damage especially if used in high doses or for prolonged periods of time.
• It is important the proper dose be used.
• The site where the injection is given may be red and irritated for a few days.
• Notify your doctor if the irritation continues or becomes worse.
• Notify your doctor immediately if you develop.

Amikin Pediatric Miscellaneous Notes

• Laboratory tests and blood counts will be done routinely while using this to monitor its effects and prevent side effects.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you use, especially of.

Warning

• This drug has caused kidney problems, nerve damage or permanent hearing loss, even at usual doses.
• Hearing loss can occur even after the drug is stopped.
• If you already have kidney problems or hearing difficulty, tell your doctor.
• Notify your doctor immediately if any of the following occur.

Read Before Using Amikin Pediatric (precautions)

• Before using this, tell your doctor if you have.