Manufacturers

Symbiosis Life Sciences Limited

Salt Composition

Amikacin (100mg)

Medicine Type

drugs

Introduction

In Bacterial infections Varnika 100mg Injection is the injection form of an antibiotic medicine that stops the growth of the infection-causing bacteria in your body. It is often injected by a doctor or a nurse either into a vein or a muscle. This medicine is used to treat many different types of infections such as urinary tract, bones and joints, lungs (eg. pneumonia), brain, blood, and some others. This medicine usually makes you feel better within a few days. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Benefits

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Description

Varnika 100mg Injection is an antibiotic used to prevent or treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. These may include infections of the urinary tract, bones, and joints, lungs (eg. pneumonia), brain, blood, among others. It is also used in hospitalized patients to prevent infections.Varnika 100mg 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 and should not be self-administered. 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.Common side effects of this medicine include injection site reactions and increased blood urea. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects persist or if your condition does not improve despite treatment.Some patients receiving high doses may develop balance disorder (loss of balance), kidney damage, and hearing loss. Therefore, please follow all the instructions given by your doctor while using this medicine. Your doctor may also monitor you with regular kidney function tests, hearing tests, and urine tests during treatment. This medication is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

How To Use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advise

- Alcohol : SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Varnika 100mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Varnika 100mg 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. | - Breast feeding : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Varnika 100mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Varnika 100mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Varnika 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Varnika 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Varnika 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Varnika 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If Miss

If you miss a dose of Varnika 100mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

Packaging Detail

vial of 2 ml Injection

Package

Vial

Qty

2 ml

Product Form

Injection

Prescription Required

Prescription Required

Fact Box

Chemical Class :: Aminoglycosides|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI INFECTIVES|Action Class :: Aminoglycosides

Primary Use

Bacterial infections

Storage

Store below 30°C

Use Of

Bacterial infections

Common Side Effect

Increased blood urea | Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)

Alcoholinteraction

SAFE

Pregnancyinteraction

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Lactationinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Drivinginteraction

UNSAFE

Kidneyinteraction

CAUTION

Liverinteraction

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Manufacturer Address

SCF 286, Opposite Fun Republic, Near Post Office, Manimajra CH 160101 IN

Q A

Q. For how long can Varnika 100mg Injection be taken?::: The usual course of treatment with Varnika 100mg 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 Varnika 100mg 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 Varnika 100mg Injection safe?::: Varnika 100mg 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 Varnika 100mg Injection administered?::: Varnika 100mg 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 the maximum benefit from Varnika 100mg Injection.| Q. Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?::: No, Varnika 100mg Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Varnika 100mg 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.| Q. What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Varnika 100mg Injection?::: Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children, and other people.| Q. What if I don't get better after using Varnika 100mg Injection?::: Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, consult your doctor if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine. The doctor may modify the dose or suggest an alternative medicine.| Q. Can I stop taking Varnika 100mg Injection when I feel better?::: No, do not stop taking Varnika 100mg Injection and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.| Q. Can I take alcohol while on Varnika 100mg Injection?::: You should avoid alcohol while being on treatment with Varnika 100mg Injection. Alcohol consumption may worsen the dizziness and sleepiness that might be caused by Varnika 100mg Injection. However, if you do have alcohol and experience any side effects, consult your doctor.

How It Works

Varnika 100mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

Interaction

Varnika Injection 100mg & Abamune Tablet :

When Amikacin is taken along with Abacavir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Varnika Injection 100mg & A-Bec Tablet :

When Amikacin is taken along with Abacavir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Varnika Injection 100mg & ABHOPE 300MG TABLET :

When Amikacin is taken along with Abacavir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Varnika Injection 100mg & Adesera 10mg Tablet :

When Amikacin is taken along with Adefovir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Varnika Injection 100mg & Adheb 10mg Tablet :

When Amikacin is taken along with Adefovir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Varnika Injection 100mg & Adfovir 10mg Tablet :

When Amikacin is taken along with Adefovir, it is recommended to get kidney function test (KFT) done regularly. | Varnika Injection 100mg & Stoplos A Plus Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Amikacin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium. | Varnika Injection 100mg & Osteofos 10mg Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Amikacin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium. | Varnika Injection 100mg & Gatofos 10mg Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Amikacin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium. | Varnika Injection 100mg & Gatofos 35mg Tablet :

If Alendronic Acid is given with Amikacin, it is recommended to regularly monitor blood level of calcium and magnesium.

Marketer Details

Symbiosis Life Sciences Limited | SCF 286, Opposite Fun Republic, Near Post Office, Manimajra CH 160101 IN

Reference

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