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Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
Amikacin (500mg)
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Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial is used for this medicine is used in the treatment of bacterial infection, gut infection, skin infection and dental infection.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Balaji Krishnan, MBBS · Updated October 2026
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Key details
Salt: Amikacin (500mg)
Available variants: injection 500 mg VIAL
Best price: ₹110
MRP: ₹116
Prescription: Required
Manufacturer: ALKEM LAB
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Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial contains Amikacin (500mg). It belongs to the Antibacterial agent class of medicines.
Uses of Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
- Bacterial infection
- Gut infection
- Skin infection
- Dental infection
Benefits of Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
- In Bacterial infection
- Amitax 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
- Amitax clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
- In Skin infection
- Amitax treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
- In Dental infection
- Amitax treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.
How Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial works
Amikacin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
How to take Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
Most side effects of Amitax 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
- 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 Amitax 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
- 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:
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class:
- Antibiotic
- Drug class:
- Antibacterial agent
Substitutes for Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial
Medicines with the same active ingredient (Amikacin (500mg)). Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.
| Medicine | Pack | Price | vs Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amicip 500 mg Injection | 2ML | ₹108 | 2% cheaper |
| Mikatax 500 Injection | 2ML | ₹108 | 2% cheaper |
| Amicute 500InjBIOCUTE LIFE CARE | injection · 2ML | ₹109 | 1% cheaper |
| Amicin 500 mg Injection VialZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA | injection · VIAL | ₹111 | 1% more |
| Mikacin 500 mg Injection VialARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | injection · VIAL | ₹111 | 1% more |
| Ashmik 500 mg Injection | 2ml | ₹124 | 12% more |
| Mikacin 1000 mg InjectionARISTO PHARMACEUTICALS PVT LTD | injection · 1VIAL | ₹195 | 77% more |
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Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial FAQs
What is Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial used for?
Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
Bacterial infection: Amitax 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial work?
Amikacin kills or stops the growth of the bacteria causing your infection.
Is Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial a prescription medicine?
Yes. Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
The side effects reported most often with Amitax 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial be taken during pregnancy?
Consult your doctor before taking Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Amitax.
Can I drink alcohol while taking Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
No. Do not drink alcohol while taking Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial.
What if I miss a dose of Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
Take it as soon as you remember.
Is Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial habit forming?
No. Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.
Is there a cheaper substitute for Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
Amicip 500 mg Injection has the same active ingredient and strength and is listed from ₹108 on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands, the salt is the same, but excipients and release profiles can differ.
How much does Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?
Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial starts at ₹110 (MRP ₹116) on PingMeDoc Pharmacy. Available in injection 500 mg VIAL. Final price is confirmed at checkout and may vary by variant and location.
Who manufactures Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial?
Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial is manufactured by ALKEM LAB. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.
How is Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial delivered?
Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial is delivered across India via our licensed pharmacy partners. Standard delivery timelines are confirmed at checkout. Chennai customers can opt for chargeable same-city express delivery.
Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial, Quick facts
- Salt
- Amikacin (500mg)
- Form
- injection
- Best price
- ₹110
- MRP
- ₹116
- Prescription
- Required (Rx)
- Brand
- ALKEM LAB
- Manufacturer
- ALKEM LAB
- Therapeutic class
- Antibiotic
- Drug class
- Antibacterial agent
- Habit forming
- No
- Variants
- injection 500 mg VIAL
- 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 Amitax 500 mg Injection Vial.
- 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.