Kanamycin
Molecule Description
Kanamycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that is used to treat severe bacteria
l infections and tuberculosis.
Uses of Kanamycin
This medicine is prescribed to treat severe bacterial infections, including tuberculosis.
Contraindications of Kanamycin
When should one not use Kanamycin
- Do not take this medicine if:
- You are allergic to this medicine and any of its components
- You have Parkinson's symptoms
- You have myasthenia gravis
- You have kidney disease
- You have a sensation of spinning or whirling
- You are pregnant
Side effects of Kanamycin
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Pain or irritation at the injection site
- Mild skin rash
- Headache
- Fever
- Nausea or vomiting
- Spinning sensation
- Ringing or roaring sound in your ears
- Numbness or tingling of your skin
- Fits (seizures or convulsions)
Precautions and Warnings of Kanamycin
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Kanamycin during pregnancy?
A:
It is unsafe to use during pregnancy as it may cause adverse effects on unborn babies. The patient should consult with the doctor.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Kanamycin while breastfeeding?
A:
It is probably safe to use during nursing as this medicine passes in breast milk in tiny amounts and do not cause any adverse effects on breastfed baby.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Kanamycin?
A:
You may feel dizzy, sleepy, tired or experience decreased alertness. Be cautious while driving.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Kanamycin?
A:
Interaction with alcohol is unknown.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
You have severe kidney disease.
Mode of Action of Kanamycin
How Does It Work?
This medicine works by binding to certain cell subunits of bacteria, causing misreading of t-RNA. This leads to non-synthesis of protein require to bacterial growth.
Interactions of Kanamycin
Interactions with other medicines
- Selected Nephrotoxic agents/ Cidofovir
- Aminoglycosides/ Ataluren
- Antimicrobials/ live typhoid vaccine
- Misc antibiotics/ neuromuscular blocking agents
- Selected Nephrotoxic agents/ Foscarnet
- Selected Nephrotoxic agents/ Inotersen
- Selected Antimycobacterials/ live BCG
- Aminoglycosides/ anesthetics
Interactions with food items
No specific food interactions are reported.
Dosage of Kanamycin
Overdose
Overdose symptoms may include ringing in ears, hearing problems, dizziness, problems with balance or fits.
Missed a Dose
If you missed a dose, follow the regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Arpit Verma
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before taking this medicine?
A: Give a detailed account of your medical and surgical history. Also, mention to your doctor all the prescription and non-prescription medicines, herbal preparations and nutritional supplements that you may be taking before starting this medication.
Q: In which type of tuberculosis is this medicine useful?
A: This medicine is useful in multidrug-resistant tuberculosis patient where medications which are routinely used for the treatment of tuberculosis are not working.
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