Amikacin Injection and Nipride RTU

• Generic Name: amikacin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Amikin, Amikin Pediatric

Amikacin injection is used to treat serious bacterial infections in many different parts of the body. Amikacin is for short-term use only (7 to 10 days).

Amikacin belongs to the class of medicines known as aminoglycoside antibiotics. It works by killing bacteria or preventing their growth. However, amikacin will not work for colds, flu, or other virus infections.

Amikacin injection is usually used for serious bacterial infections for which other medicines may not work. However, it may also cause some serious side effects, including damage to your hearing, sense of balance, and kidneys. These side effects may be more likely to occur in elderly patients and newborn infants. You and your doctor should talk about the benefits of amikacin as well as the risks.

Amikacin is to be administered only by or under the immediate supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: nitroprusside
• Dosage Forms: solution, concentrate
• Other Brand Names: Nipride RTU, Nitropress

• It is used to lower blood pressure.
• It is used to treat heart failure (weak heart).