Description
About the Product
Amistar 100mg Injection is a broad-spectrum antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. It is effective against infections of the urinary tract, bones, joints, lungs (such as pneumonia), brain, blood, and others. It is also used in hospitalized patients to prevent infections. Amistar works by inhibiting bacterial growth, helping to control and eliminate the infection. It is administered by healthcare professionals via an intravenous infusion or direct injection into a vein or muscle.
Salt Composition/Key Ingredient
- Amikacin (100mg)
How to Use
- Amistar 100mg Injection will be administered by a doctor or nurse. Do not attempt to self-administer.
- It is typically given as an intravenous (IV) drip or injection into a vein or muscle.
- The frequency and dosage will be determined by your doctor based on the type and severity of your infection.
- Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully for maximum benefit.
- Do not stop treatment prematurely, even if you feel better, to avoid the risk of the infection returning or worsening.
Restrictions
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding, as this medication is not recommended during pregnancy.
- If you have any allergies to antibiotics or have kidney or hearing problems, or if you are receiving high doses, inform your doctor.
- Your doctor may monitor you with regular kidney function tests, hearing tests, and urine tests during treatment.
- This medicine is not recommended for self-administration and should only be administered under medical supervision.
Side Effects
Most side effects are mild and temporary, but you should consult your doctor if they persist or if you experience unusual symptoms:
- Common side effects:
- Increased blood urea
- Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)
- Serious side effects (with high doses):
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Kidney damage
- Hearing loss
- If you experience any of these, contact your doctor immediately.
How It Works
Amistar 100mg Injection is an aminoglycoside antibiotic. It works by preventing the synthesis of essential proteins that bacteria need to survive and multiply. By blocking bacterial protein production, Amistar stops bacterial growth and helps clear the infection from your body.
Marketed By
Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
