Psudonil 250 mg/2 ml (IM/IV Injection)
2 ml ampoule: ৳ 30.10 (1 x 5: ৳ 150.50)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Amikacin |
| Company | Drug international ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Short-term treatment of serious infections
- Treatment of bacterial septicemia
- Treatment of respiratory tract infections
- Treatment of bone and joint infections
- Treatment of central nervous system infections
- Treatment of skin and soft tissue infections
- Treatment of intra-abdominal infections
- Treatment of burns and postoperative infections
- Effective against gentamicin and tobramycin-resistant strains
- Effective in staphylococci infections
Pharmacology
- Semi-synthetic aminoglycoside antibiotic
- Active against various bacteria species
- Active against penicillinase and nonpenicillinase-producing Staphylococcus species
- Effective in vitro against resistant strains
Dosage
- Dosage for adults and children
- Dosage for neonates and premature children
- Dosage for elderly
- Dosage for life-threatening infections
- Dosage for urinary tract infections
- Dosage for impaired renal function
Administration
- Intramuscular or intravenous administration for most infections
- Intravenous route for life-threatening infections
- Intraperitoneal use as an irrigant
Interaction
- Potentiation of effects with myorelaxants
- Avoidance of combination with other aminoglycoside antibiotics
- Increased risk of ototoxicity with fast-acting diuretics
- Increased risk of nephrotoxicity with Cephalosporins or Polymixins
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity
Side Effects
- Adverse effects such as tinnitus, vertigo, reversible or irreversible deafness, skin rash, drug fever, headache, paraesthesia, nausea, and vomiting
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Potential risk of ototoxicity in the fetus
- No safety information during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Importance of hydration to minimize renal tubule irritation
- Need for monitoring renal function during treatment
Use in Special Populations
- Lack of established safety and effectiveness for children or adolescents under 16 years
Overdose Effects
- Peritoneal dialysis or haemodialysis in case of overdose or toxic reaction
Therapeutic Class
- Belongs to the Aminoglycosides class
Storage Conditions
- Recommended storage below 30°C, away from light and moisture