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How many BOU in 1 kg of Amikacin Sulphate?
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How do you read urine culture and sensitivity report?
amikacin S 26 Gentamycin R
750 mg of AMIKACIN equals how many gms?
750 mg is .75 grams.
What are the causes of ototoxicity?
Many drugs can cause ototoxicity. Antibiotics: amikacin (Amikin), streptomycin, neomycin, gentamicin (Garamycin).
What is the use of Amikacin sulphate solution injection?
Amikacin sulfate injection is used to treat serious bacterial infections, such as certain types of pneumonia, septicemia, and skin or soft tissue infections. It belongs to a class of antibiotics called aminoglycosides, which work by disrupting bacterial protein synthesis. It is usually reserved for infections caused by bacteria resistant to other antibiotics or for patients who cannot tolerate other antibiotics.
Alternative to use of kanamycin for surgical irrigation-thanks?
I dunno, we are in the same situation with the temporary discontinuation of Kanamycin. We will most likely switch to Amikacin.
What is the Dose of Amicacin Intra muscular per kilogram body weight?
Amikacin: 15 mg/kg/day given every 12 hours
Why amikacin administer directly?
Amikacin is administered directly, often via intramuscular or intravenous injection, to ensure rapid and effective delivery to the bloodstream. This method allows for higher concentrations at the site of infection, which is crucial for its efficacy against serious bacterial infections, especially those caused by Gram-negative bacteria. Direct administration also minimizes gastrointestinal absorption issues that can occur with oral forms of medication.
What drug therapy is used for paients with mycetoma?
specific prescription depends on the type of bacteria or fungi causing the disease. Common medicines include antifungal drugs, such as ketoconazole and antibiotics (streptomycin sulfate, amikacin, sulfamethoxazole, penicillin, and rifampin
Is tobramycin in the mycin family?
Tobramycin is an aminoglycoside drug (like gentamycin, amikacin, streptomycin, neomycin) Acts on 50S (and also 30S) and inhibit bacterial protine synthesis. Tobramycin used in different route except oral route and effective mostly against gram -Ve bacteria. [There is no such distinct Mycin Family in Pharmacology]
What are examples of antibiotics?
Amoxicillin, ciprofloxacin, erythromycin, ceftazidime, vancomycin, metronidazole, aztreonam, doxycycline, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, amikacin, penicillin, tetracycline, piperacillin, ticarcillin, quinupristin-dalfupristin, levofloxacin, moxifloxacin, rifampicin. There are several examples of antibiotics and there are many more not listed here.
What types of chemicals are made from ammonia name three?
Three types of chemicals made from ammonia include fertilizers (such as ammonium nitrate), household cleaners (like ammonia-based glass cleaners), and pharmaceuticals (such as antibiotics like amikacin).
