Omnikacin 500 Injection

Omnikacin 500 Injection is used in the treatment of bacterial infections.

In Bacterial infection

Omnikacin 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

Omnikacin clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.

In Skin infection

Omnikacin treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.

In Dental infection

Omnikacin treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.

AlcoholUNSAFE

Do not drink alcohol while taking this medicine.

PregnancyUNSAFE

Omnikacin 500 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy.<br/>There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feedingSAFE

Omnikacin 500 Injection is safe to use during lactation. Human studies have shown that either the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in significant amount or is not expected to cause toxicity to the baby.

DrivingCAUTION

May cause drowsiness or affect your concentration. Do not drive until you know how it affects you.

KidneyCAUTION

Omnikacin 500 Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Omnikacin 500 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

LiverCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Omnikacin 500 Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Omnikacin 500 Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

<div class="style__desktop-container___1hcBT"><div class="style__desktop-video___2GTR9"><div class="styles__video-img___1rCzR"><div class=""/><div class=""/></div></div><div><div><div><div><div class="ExpertAdviceItem__content___1Djk2"><ul><li>Your doctor has prescribed Omnikacin 500 Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.</li> <li>Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection to come back and harder to treat.</li> <li>It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle.</li> <li>Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Omnikacin 500 Injection may cause dizziness.</li> <li>Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, or hearing tests while you are on this medication.</li> <li>Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated before and during treatment with this medicine. </li> <li>Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.</li> <li>Discontinue Omnikacin 500 Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.</li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div>