Afcin 250mg Injection

Reviewed By Dr. Varun Gupta, MD Pharmacology, MBBS

Last updated on 25 Oct 2024 | 01:03 AM (IST)

Afcin 250mg 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.

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2 ml Injection

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General Information

Contains

Amikacin (250mg)

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Alpha Aromatic Pvt Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Afcin 250mg 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.

Uses of Afcin Injection

Bacterial infections

Benefits of Afcin Injection

Bacterial infections
Afcin 250mg 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.

Side effects of Afcin Injection

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 Afcin

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

How to use Afcin Injection

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

How Afcin Injection works

Afcin 250mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.

All substitutes for Afcin 250mg Injection

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Afcin 250mg 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 come back and harder to treat.
It is given as a drip (intravenous infusion) or as an injection directly into a vein or a muscle.
Your doctor may get regular blood, urine, or hearing tests while you are on this medication.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Discontinue Afcin 250mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.

Safety advice

Alcohol

SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Afcin 250mg Injection does not cause any harmful side effects.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Afcin 250mg 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

Afcin 250mg 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

Afcin 250mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

CAUTION

Afcin 250mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Afcin 250mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Afcin 250mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Afcin 250mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

For how long can Afcin 250mg Injection be taken?

The usual course of treatment with Afcin 250mg 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 Afcin 250mg 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.

Is Afcin 250mg Injection safe?

Afcin 250mg 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.

How is Afcin 250mg Injection administered?

Afcin 250mg 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 Afcin 250mg Injection.

Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?

No, Afcin 250mg Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Afcin 250mg 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.

What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Afcin 250mg 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.

What if I don't get better after using Afcin 250mg 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.

Can I stop taking Afcin 250mg Injection when I feel better?

No, do not stop taking Afcin 250mg Injection and complete the full course of treatment even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

Can I take alcohol while on Afcin 250mg Injection?

You should avoid alcohol while being on treatment with Afcin 250mg Injection. Alcohol consumption may worsen the dizziness and sleepiness that might be caused by Afcin 250mg Injection. However, if you do have alcohol and experience any side effects, consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Aminoglycosides

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Aminoglycosides

Related lab tests

Complete Blood Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

References

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Chambers HF, Deck DH. Aminoglycosides & Spectinomycin. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 812.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. p. 51.
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Name: Alpha Aromatic Pvt Ltd
Address: Banglow No. 6, Kariappa Road, Canntt. Varanasi-221002.

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Country of origin: India
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