Manufacturer: Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition : Kanamycin(500mg)
Vial of 1 Injection
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Kanamac 500 Injection works by stopping the growth of bacteria. It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle under the supervision of a healthcare professional. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
This medicine may lead to hearing loss, balance disorder (loss of balance), injection site pain, and kidney damage as side effects in some patients. Therefore, please follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. If these side effects do not resolve or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Your doctor may monitor you with regular kidney function tests, hearing tests, and urine tests during treatment. Some patients may also be advised to get the blood levels of this medicine measured. This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Kanamac 500 Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
The pharmacokinetics of intramuscularly administered kanamycin in normal healthy adults was found to be independent of dose. Plasma levels were adequately described by a one-compartment body model characterized by an elimination half-life of 2.4 hr and a volume of distribution of 19.6 liters.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Kanamac
Hearing loss
Balance disorder (loss of balance)
Injection site pain
Renal impairment
Contraindications Pregnancy (congenital deafness seen with streptomycin and kanamycin use in pregnancy); hypersensitivity to aminoglycosides; caution with renal, vestibular or auditory impairment; patients with intestinal obstructions.
Kanamac 500 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Kanamac 500 Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Kanamac 500 Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Kanamycin injection is used to treat serious bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. This medicine is for short-term use only (usually 7 to 10 days). Kanamycin belongs to the class of medicines known as aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth.
Drug-Drug Interaction: KANAMYCIN may interact with muscle problems treating drugs (Ataluren), muscle relaxants (Alcuronium), general anaesthetics (Vecuronium), water pills (Furosemide), and fluid retention treating drugs (bumetanide).
Drug-Food Interaction: Follow your doctor's advice on the foods and drinks that can be consumed.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Before taking KANAMYCIN, let your doctor know if you have asthma, muscle (myasthenia gravis) problems, nerve problems, liver or kidney diseases, sulphite allergy, and Parkinson's disease.
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
VECURONIUM
FUROSEMIDE
BUMETANIDE
Ataluren
ALCURONIUM
Kindly do not self administer.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Kanamac 500 Injection, please consult your doctor.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Your doctor has prescribed Kanamac 500 Injection to cure your infection and improve your symptoms.
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.
It is given by an injection into a muscle.
Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Kanamac 500 Injection may cause dizziness.
Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, or hearing tests while you are on this medication.
Your doctor will ensure that you are well hydrated before and during treatment with this medicine.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Kanamac 500 Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Q. How long can Kanamac 500 Injection be taken?
The usual course of treatment with Kanamac 500 Injection is about 7 to 10 days. However, your doctor will decide your dose depending on the condition you are being treated for. Continue taking Kanamac 500 Injection in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit. Do not alter the dose of the medicine on your own, consult your doctor first.
Q. Is Kanamac 500 Injection safe?
Kanamac 500 Injection is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
Q. How is Kanamac 500 Injection administered?
Kanamac 500 Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Kanamac 500 Injection.
Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, Kanamac 500 Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Kanamac 500 Injection can increase the risks of side effects. If you experience an increase in the severity of your symptoms during the treatment, please consult your doctor for re-evaluation.
