Amikacin Antibiotic - Uses and Side Effects

Amikacin is an antibiotic medication used to treat various bacterial infections, particularly those resistant to other antibiotics. It belongs to the aminoglycoside class of antibiotics and works by stopping the growth of bacteria.

Amikacin FAQ

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What is amikacin used for?

Amikacin is an antibiotic medication used for a number of bacterial infections. This includes joint infections, intra-abdominal infections, meningitis, pneumonia, sepsis, and urinary tract infections. It is also used for the treatment of multidrug-resistant tuberculosis.

What are the side effects of amikacin?

Amikacin may cause serious side effects. Call your doctor at once if you have: kidney problems--little or no urinating; painful or difficult urination; swelling in your feet or ankles; feeling tired or short of breath; severe stomach pain, diarrhea that is watery or bloody. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Is amikacin antimicrobial?

See all... See more... Amikacin is an antimicrobial with activity against more resistant gram-negative bacilli such as Acinetobacter baumanii and Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

Does amikacin work if you have a cold?

Amikacin belongs to the class of medicines known as aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, this medicine will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections. Amikacin injection is usually used for serious bacterial infections for which other medicines may not work.