Erocin 100mg Injection
By VENSAT BIO
2ml Injection
MRP ₹63.31
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Erocin 100mg Injection Description
Erocin 100mg Inj contains Amikacin as an active ingredient. It belongs to a class of medicines called Aminoglycoside antibiotics.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹55.71 |
You Save | ₹7.60 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Amikacin |
Therapy | ANTIBIOTIC |
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Uses of Erocin 100mg Injection
- Severe infections caused by bacteria like treatment of bloodstream infection
- Joints and bone infection
- Urinary tract infection
- Stomach infection
- Soft tissue infection
Contraindications of Erocin 100mg Injection
- If you are allergic to this medicine or any of the ingredient of this medicine
- If you are suffering from a disease called myasthenia gravis (severe muscle weakness)
Side effects of Erocin 100mg Injection
- Skin rash
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Deafness
- Tinnitus
Precautions and Warnings of Erocin 100mg Injection
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Erocin 100mg Inj during pregnancy?
A:
- Aminoglycoside can harm the foetus. However, the effect of this medicine is unknown in pregnancy
- Medicines from this class, when given in pregnancy, can result in deafness in the baby
- It is advisable to avoid conceiving if you are on this medication
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Erocin 100mg Inj while breastfeeding?
A:
- Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, as it is unknown if Amikacin passes in human milk
- If you are breastfeeding, your doctor will tell you about the use of this medicine after assessing the benefits over risk
- In case you happen to breastfeed while being on this medication, watch for diarrhea, or diaper rash in the baby
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Erocin 100mg Inj?
A:
This medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness. Therefore, caution is advised while driving or operating machines.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Erocin 100mg Inj?
A:
- No information is available on interactions of this medicine when taken with alcohol
- Consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You have a kidney problem
- You have hearing loss or ear disorder
- You experience ringing in the ears, or vertigo
- You have a history of allergy to any antibiotics related to Amikacin
- You have an allergy to sulfites
Mode of Action of Erocin 100mg Injection
How Does It Work?
Erocin 100mg Inj works by stopping protein synthesis that is necessary for the growth of certain types of bacteria which are responsible for the infection.
Directions for Use of Erocin 100mg Injection
- This medicine will be given in the hospital by your doctor or nurse as an injection
- Do not self inject this medicine
Interactions of Erocin 100mg Injection
Interactions with other medicines
- Medicines which are used to increase the production of urine (diuretics/ water tablets), like Furosemide and Ethacrynic Acid
- Medicines used to treat pain and swelling (anti-inflammatory medicine) like Indomethacin
- Antibiotics like Penicillin or Cephalosporins or other antibiotics which can affect your kidney or hearing ability or balance
- Medicines known as anaesthetics, like Lidocaine
- Medicines used to relax the muscles (muscle relaxants)
- Medicines that slow down the loss of bone and strengthen bone, like Bisphosphonates
- Vitamin B1, like Thiamine that allows the body to use carbohydrates as energy
- Medicines used in chemotherapy (platinum containing compounds), like Cisplatin
Storage and disposal of Erocin 100mg Injection
- Keep this medicine below 25°C
- Keep out of the reach of children
- After dilution, the dose should be used within 24 hours
Dosage of Erocin 100mg Injection
Overdose
Your doctor or nurse will give you this injection, so it is unlikely that you will be given more of this medicine. However, if you observe any symptoms, inform your doctor or nurse.
Missed a Dose
- Your doctor or nurse will monitor you when the medicine is given to you
- It is unlikely that the dose will be missed. However, if you think your doctor or nurse might have missed a dose, inform them about the same
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery)
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What precautions should I take while taking Erocin 100mg Inj?
- Have an adequate amount of fluids and water when you are on this medication
- If you are on this medication for long, your doctor may check your kidney function
- Immediately report to your doctor if you experience ringing in the ears, hearing or vision loss, skin tingling, muscle twitching and fits
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