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AMIKACIN

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Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

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About Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml

Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called aminoglycosides used to treat bacterial infections. Bacterial infection can be defined as the proliferation/multiplication of harmful strains of bacteria inside or on the body. Infectious or harmful bacteria can make you sick and reproduce quickly in your body. These harmful bacteria produce chemicals known as toxins, which can damage tissue and make you sick.

Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml works by inhibiting the production of bacterial proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Thereby, leads to the death of the bacterial cell. Thus, Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml helps treat bacterial infections.

Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as irritation at the site of application, skin rash, nausea, and vomiting. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.

Do not be reluctant to speak with your doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml. Your doctor may advise you to get urine, blood, and hearing tests before and during the treatment to check for signs of side-effects. Depending upon the results of these tests your doctor may adjust the dose of Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml. You are advised to be well hydrated before and during the treatment with Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml.

Uses of Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml

Bacterial infections

Directions for Use

Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml will be administered by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called aminoglycosides. Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml is used to treat serious bacterial infections caused by bacteria. Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml works by inhibiting the production of bacterial proteins which are necessary for the survival of the bacteria. Thereby, leads to the death of bacteria.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml

  • Irritation at the site of application
  • Skin rash
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting

Drug Warnings

Do not take Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml if you are allergic to any of the components, antibiotics related to aminoglycosides, sulphites, if you are suffering from a disorder called myasthenia gravis (severe weakness of muscles in the body), and dehydration. Talk to your doctor before taking Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml if you have any kidney problems, or hearing problems such as tinnitus (buzzing or ringing in the ears). You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml as it may cause dizziness. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before taking Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml. The doctor will prescribe you Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml only if the benefits outweigh the potential risks.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Antibiotics can alter the useful bacteria in the stomach which help in digestion. Therefore, you are advised to take foods rich in probiotics such as yoghurt/curd, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh, kimchi, miso, kombucha, buttermilk, natto and cheese.
  • Eat fibre-rich food such as whole grains, beans, lentils, berries, broccoli, peas and bananas.
  • Avoid foods rich in calcium, grapefruit and grapefruit juice as they might hinder the absorption of antibiotics.
  • Avoid consumption of alcohol and usage of tobacco.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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FAQs

Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml belongs to the group of antibiotic medicines called as aminoglycosides. Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml is used to treat serious bacterial infections. Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml works by inhibiting the production of bacterial proteins which are necessary for the existence of the bacteria. Thereby, leads to the death of bacteria.

Yes, Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml may lead to changes in kidney function. Your doctor will advise you to get blood and urine tests to evaluate the levels of protein or white/red blood cells and creatinine or nitrogen in blood samples. Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed in such patients.

Yes, Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml may cause dizziness. You are advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml as it may cause dizziness and can affect vision. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

Yes, antibiotics may cause diarrhoea. Include foods containing probiotics such as yoghurt, cheese, and buttermilk in your diet as it would help in proper digestion. Also, eat fibre-rich food like whole grain, beans, peas, and bananas. Consult your doctor if you have severe diarrhoea. Do not take any anti-diarrheal medicine without consulting your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • FUROSEMIDE
  • INDOMETHACIN
  • ASPIRIN
  • LIDOCAINE
  • GENTAMICIN
  • CEFTRIAXONE
  • THIAMINE
  • ETHACRYNIC ACID
  • PENICILLIN
  • KANAMYCIN
  • VANCOMYCIN
  • CISPLATIN

Special Advise

  • You are advised to be well hydrated before and during the treatment with Alfakim 250 mg Injection 2 ml.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Bacterial infections: It is the proliferation/multiplication of harmful strains of bacteria inside or on the body. The general signs and symptoms of bacterial infections include fever, tiredness, headache, nausea, vomiting, and swollen lymph nodes in the neck, armpits and groin.

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