Kancin 500mg Injection
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Product introduction
Kancin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic used to treat a wide variety of bacterial infections. This may include infections of the urinary tract, bones and joints, lungs (eg. pneumonia), blood, and some others. It is also used in the treatment of resistant tuberculosis.
Kancin 500mg 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.
Kancin 500mg 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.
Uses of Kancin Injection
Benefits of Kancin Injection
In Bacterial infections
Kancin 500mg 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.
In Tuberculosis (TB)
Kancin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine that is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Kancin 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 Kancin
- Hearing loss
- Balance disorder (loss of balance)
- Injection site pain
- Renal impairment
How to use Kancin Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Kancin Injection works
Kancin 500mg Injection is an antibiotic. It stops bacterial growth by preventing synthesis of essential proteins required by bacteria to carry out vital functions.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Kancin 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kancin 500mg 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
Kancin 500mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Kancin 500mg Injection may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Kancin 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Kancin 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Kancin 500mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Kancin Injection?
If you miss a dose of Kancin 500mg Injection, please consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg Injection and inform your doctor immediately if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty in breathing.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminoglycosides
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Aminoglycosides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Kancin with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Concurrent use may cause serious respiratory problems in infants with high blood magnesium levels.
Do not consume Kanamycin with Magnesium Oxide. If essential, individuals with hi
Concurrent use may potentially damage the kidneys.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may closely monitor your kidney's functioning and overall treatment.
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney impairment, hearing loss, and low blood magnesium levels.
Your doctor may monitor your electrolyte levels, kidney function, and hear
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your kidney's functioning closely. They may also test your hearing a
Concurrent use may increase the risk of kidney damage.
If concurrent use is essential, your doctor may monitor your tacrolimus levels, potassium levels and kidney function closely
Patient concerns
User feedback
What are you using Kancin Injection for?
Bacterial inf*
50%
Others
50%
*Bacterial infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
83%
Average
17%
What were the side-effects while using Kancin 500mg Injection?
No Side Effec*
33%
Kidney stone
33%
Kidney infect*
33%
*No Side Effect, Kidney infection
How do you take Kancin Injection?
With food
100%
Please rate Kancin 500mg Injection on price
Average
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FAQs
How long can Kancin 500mg Injection be taken?
The usual course of treatment with Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg Injection safe?
Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg Injection administered?
Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg Injection.
Can I take a higher than the recommended dose of this medicine?
No, Kancin 500mg Injection should be taken in the recommended dose only. Overdose of Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg 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 Kancin 500mg Injection when I feel better?
No, do not stop taking Kancin 500mg Injection without consulting the doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
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Address: Alembic Road, Vadodara - 390 003, Gujarat,INDIA
Country of origin: India
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