Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial

Name: Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial
Brand: ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA
Price: 110.65 INR
Availability: InStock

Product introduction

Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial is a prescription medicine containing Amikacin 500 mg (as Amikacin sulfate) injection. Treatment of severe bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms such as septicemia, hospital-acquired/ventilator-associated pneumonia, complicated urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, skin/soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections; also used with other drugs for drug-resistant tuberculosis as per specialist advice. It belongs to the group of medicines called Aminoglycoside antibiotic.

For intravenous or intramuscular use only, to be administered by a healthcare professional. The dose and how long you take it depend on what you are being treated for and how you respond. Do not take more, or for longer, than your doctor has advised.

The side effects seen most often with Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial are injection site pain, nausea, vomiting and headache. Most are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. Tell your doctor if one persists or worries you.

Before you start, tell your doctor about any liver, kidney or heart problem, whether you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding, and every other medicine you take, including supplements and ayurvedic preparations. Some of them can change how Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial works.

Uses

Treatment of severe bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms such as septicemia, hospital-acquired/ventilator-associated pneumonia, complicated urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, skin/soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections; also used with other drugs for drug-resistant tuberculosis as per specialist advice

Benefits

In Bacterial infection: Amicin 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: Amicin clears the bacteria or other organisms causing diarrhoea, abdominal pain and bloating, so the gut settles.
In Skin infection: Amicin treats infected skin and soft tissue, bringing down redness, swelling and pain.
In Dental infection: Amicin treats infections of the teeth and gums, easing the pain and swelling until your dentist can deal with the cause.

Side effects

Most side effects of Amicin are mild and settle as the body gets used to the medicine. The ones reported most often are:

Injection site pain
nausea
vomiting
headache
dizziness
rash
fever
increased blood urea/creatinine (kidney impairment)
hearing changes (tinnitus/hearing loss)
vertigo
neuromuscular weakness

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.

How to use

For intravenous or intramuscular use only, to be administered by a healthcare professional. Dose and duration depend on infection severity, body weight and kidney function; therapeutic drug monitoring may be needed. Maintain adequate hydration; do not self-inject.

How it works

Amikacin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that binds to the 30S bacterial ribosomal subunit. It inhibits protein synthesis and causes misreading of mRNA, leading to bacterial cell death (bactericidal).

Safety advice

AlcoholCAUTION: Use with caution (alcohol may worsen dizziness and dehydration; dehydration can increase kidney risk)
PregnancyCAUTION: Use with caution (only if clearly needed; risk of fetal harm/ototoxicity possible with aminoglycosides)
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

Warnings & precautions

Prescription-only antibiotic. Risk of nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity—higher with prolonged therapy, high doses, dehydration, elderly, and kidney disease; monitor renal function and hearing. May cause neuromuscular blockade/respiratory depression, especially in myasthenia gravis or with anesthetics. Use only for susceptible bacterial infections; not effective for viral infections. Dose adjustment required in renal impairment.

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.

Quick tips

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.

Fact box

Habit forming: No
Therapeutic class: Antibiotic
Action class: Aminoglycoside antibiotic

Interaction with drugs

Other nephrotoxic drugs (e.g., vancomycin, amphotericin B, cisplatin, cyclosporine/tacrolimus), loop diuretics (furosemide, ethacrynic acid) increase ototoxicity risk, other aminoglycosides, neuromuscular blockers and anesthetics (enhanced blockade), polymyxins, cephalosporins (additive kidney risk), NSAIDs may worsen renal function

Storage

Store below 25°C, protected from light. Do not freeze. Keep in original pack; use immediately after opening/reconstitution as per label and discard unused portion.

Same salt & strength options

Amikacin 500 mg Injection (generic), Amikacin 500mg Inj (Cipla), Amikacin 500mg Inj (Alkem), Amikacin 500mg Inj (Sun Pharma), Amikacin 500mg Inj (Intas)

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.

Manufacturer labeling/pack insert, established medical literature (aminoglycosides/amikacin), standard clinical guidelines
Indian regulatory labeling norms
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 Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial.
World Health Organization, ATC/DDD classification and Model Formulary for the active ingredient.

Manufacturer details

Manufacturer: ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA

Good to know

Common questions

What is Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial used for?

Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial is commonly used for Treatment of severe bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms such as septicemia, hospital-acquired/ventilator-associated pneumonia, complicated urinary tract infections, intra-abdominal infections, skin/soft tissue infections, bone and joint infections; also used with other drugs for drug-resistant tuberculosis as per specialist advice. 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 Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial?

Bacterial infection: Amicin 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 Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial?

Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial contains Amikacin 500 mg (as Amikacin sulfate) injection. 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 Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial?

For intravenous or intramuscular use only, to be administered by a healthcare professional. Take it exactly as prescribed; do not change the dose or stop early without talking to your doctor.

How does Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial work?

Amikacin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that binds to the 30S bacterial ribosomal subunit.

Is Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial a prescription medicine?

Yes. Amicin 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 Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial?

The side effects reported most often with Amicin are Injection site pain, nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness. 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 Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial be taken during pregnancy?

Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial should be used with caution in pregnancy. Always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or breastfeeding before starting Amicin.

Can I drink alcohol while taking Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial?

Limit alcohol while taking Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial; it can worsen the side effects.

What if I miss a dose of Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial?

Take it as soon as you remember.

Is Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial habit forming?

No. Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial is not known to be habit forming when taken as prescribed.

How much does Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial cost on PingMeDoc Pharmacy?

Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial starts at ₹111 (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 Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial?

Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial is manufactured by ZYDUS HEALTHCARE PHARMA. PingMeDoc Pharmacy sources medicines only from licensed manufacturers and distributors.

How is Amicin 500 mg Injection Vial delivered?

Amicin 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.