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Amikef 500 mg Injection
Amikacin (500mg)
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Amikef 500 mg Injection is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection.
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Key details
Salt: Amikacin (500mg)
Available variants: injection 500 mg 2ML
Price: ₹92 (₹46.23 per ml)
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: LUPIN LAB
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Amikef 500 mg Injection in Bangladesh
17 brands registered in Bangladesh with the same salt, strength and form.
- Akicin 500 IM/IVSquare Pharmaceuticals PLC, Pabna
- AmibacPopular Pharmaceuticals PLC
- Amicin 500 mg/2mlHealthcare Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Amiject 500Beacon Pharmaceuticals PLC
- Amika IM/IVDoctor Tims Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- AmikacinApex Pharma Ltd.
- Amikagen 500General Pharmaceuticals Ltd, Unit-2
- AmikinIncepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Amikin 500Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd. (Dhamrai Unit)
- AmimaxBiopharma Ltd.
- Amisys 500Kumudini Pharma Ltd.
- CinamakTechno Drugs Ltd., Satipara, Narshingdi
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- KacibacZiska Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- KacinAdvanced Chemical Industries PLC.
- MikacinAristopharma Limited
- PsudonilDrug International Ltd.
- Psudonil 500 Injection (IV/IM)Drug International Ltd., Gopalpur
Brand names differ between countries. Ask a pharmacist or your doctor in Bangladesh before switching. We don't sell or ship these brands. Source: Directorate General of Drug Administration, Bangladesh.
Composition of Amikef 500 mg Injection
Amikef 500 mg Injection contains Amikacin (500mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Amikef 500 mg Injection
- Bacterial infection
- Gut infection
- Skin infection
- Dental infection
Benefits of Amikef 500 mg Injection
- In Bacterial infection
- Amikef treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return.
- In Gut infection
- Amikef clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
- In Skin infection
- Amikef treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
- In Dental infection
- Amikef treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.
How Amikef 500 mg Injection works
Amikacin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
How to take Amikef 500 mg Injection
This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Do not attempt to inject it yourself unless you have been trained and told to. Follow the dose and the duration written on your prescription.
Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.
Missed dose and overdose
If you miss a dose
Take it as soon as you remember. If your next dose is almost due, skip the one you missed — never take two doses together to catch up.
If you take too much
An overdose of this medicine can cause vomiting, severe loose motions and nerve symptoms. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.
Side effects of Amikef 500 mg Injection
Most side effects of Amikef are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:
- Nausea
- Metallic taste
- Loose motions
- Stomach pain
- Headache
Stop the medicine and get help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.
Safety advice for Amikef 500 mg Injection
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this in pregnancy.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor before using this while breastfeeding.
- DrivingCAUTION
- May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.
- KidneyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have kidney disease.
- LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Consult your doctor if you have liver disease.
Warnings and precautions
Finish the whole course even after you feel better. Do not drink any alcohol while taking metronidazole, ornidazole or tinidazole, or for the period after the course that your doctor states — the combination causes severe flushing, vomiting and a racing heart. Report severe or watery loose motions during or after the course rather than treating them yourself. Tetracyclines stain developing teeth and are avoided in young children and in pregnancy. Antibiotics do not work against colds, flu or most sore throats, which are caused by viruses.
Do not take Amikef if
Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack.
Interactions with other medicines
Antacids, iron, zinc and calcium reduce the absorption of tetracyclines — separate them by a couple of hours. Tell your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
How to store Amikef 500 mg Injection
Store as printed on the carton — some injections need refrigeration and must not be frozen. Keep out of the reach of children.
Quick tips for Amikef 500 mg Injection
- Space the doses evenly and complete the course.
- Take tetracyclines with a full glass of water and stay upright for half an hour afterwards.
- Never use a leftover antibiotic, or someone else's, for a new illness.
Manufacturer and class
- Manufacturer:
- LUPIN LAB
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
Substitutes for Amikef 500 mg Injection
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Amikacin (500mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Amikef 500 mg Injection |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amicip 500 mg Injection | injection · 2ML | ₹114 | 23% more |
| Mikatax 500 Injection | injection · 2ML | ₹114 | 23% more |
| Amicute 500INJBIOCUTE LIFE CARE | injection · 2ML | ₹115 | 24% more |
| Amicin 500 mg Injection VialZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | injection · VIAL | ₹116 | 26% more |
| Mikacin 500 mg Injection VialARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | injection · VIAL | ₹116 | 26% more |
| Ashmik 500 mg Injection | injection · 2ml | ₹130 | 41% more |
| Mikacin 1000 mg InjectionARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | injection · 1VIAL | ₹205 | 122% more |
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Amikef 500 mg Injection FAQs
What is Amikef 500 mg Injection used for?
Amikef 500 mg Injection is commonly used for bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection. Always follow your doctor's advice, this information is for educational purposes and not a substitute for professional medical guidance.
What are the benefits of Amikef 500 mg Injection?
Bacterial infection: Amikef treats the bacterial infection it was prescribed for by killing the bacteria or stopping them multiplying. Finishing the course makes sure the infection does not return. It is also used for gut infection, skin infection, dental infection.
What is the salt in Amikef 500 mg Injection?
Amikef 500 mg Injection contains Amikacin (500mg). If you are allergic to any of these active ingredients or excipients, do not take this medicine and speak to your doctor first.
How should I take Amikef 500 mg Injection?
This is given by a doctor or a nurse. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.
How does Amikef 500 mg Injection work?
Amikacin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
Is Amikef 500 mg Injection a prescription medicine?
Yes. Amikef 500 mg Injection is a prescription-only (Rx) medicine. Upload a valid prescription from a registered medical practitioner during checkout. We cannot dispense it without a valid Rx.
What are the common side effects of Amikef 500 mg Injection?
The side effects reported most often with Amikef are Nausea, Metallic taste, Loose motions, Stomach pain, Headache. Most are mild and settle as the body adjusts; tell your doctor if any of them persist or worry you, and stop the medicine and seek help at once for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, or difficulty breathing.
Can Amikef 500 mg Injection be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Amikef 500 mg Injection in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Amikef.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Amikef 500 mg Injection?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Amikef 500 mg Injection.
What if I miss a dose of Amikef 500 mg Injection?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Amikef 500 mg Injection habit forming?
No. Amikef 500 mg Injection is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
How much does Amikef 500 mg Injection cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Amikef 500 mg Injection starts at ₹92 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 500 mg 2ML. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Amikef 500 mg Injection?
Amikef 500 mg Injection is manufactured by LUPIN LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Amikef 500 mg Injection delivered?
Amikef 500 mg Injection is delivered across India from our licensed pharmacy. Orders placed before 2 pm ship the same day, later ones the next day, every day of the week. Chennai: next-day delivery by Porter, ₹99 (free above ₹1,499). Enter your pincode on the page to see the date it reaches you.
Amikef 500 mg Injection, Quick facts
- Salt
- Amikacin (500mg)
- Form
- injection
- Price
- ₹92 (₹46.23 per ml)
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- LUPIN LAB
- Manufacturer
- LUPIN LAB
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- injection 500 mg 2ML
- Delivery
- Standard across India
References
Compiled from the manufacturer's prescribing information and the sources below, and reviewed by a registered pharmacist. It does not replace your own doctor's advice.
- PingMeDoc clinical monograph library — compiled from Indian package inserts, the Indian Pharmacopoeia
- CDSCO schedules and standard pharmacology references. Reviewed for patient readability. This is general information, not a substitute for your doctor's advice.
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, Government of India, approved drug and schedule listings.
- National List of Essential Medicines (NLEM) 2022, Government of India.
- Manufacturer's package insert / prescribing information for Amikef 500 mg Injection.
- World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.
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Safety disclaimer
Product information is for general awareness and does not replace professional medical advice. Always follow a clinician's guidance and upload a valid prescription when required.