Sisomicin Medication Information

Get detailed information on Sisomicin, including pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and instructions on how and when to take it and when to avoid it.

The updated prescription information on Sisomicin provides an overview of possible side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage tips.

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Generic Name : Sisomicin

Pronunciation : sis-oh-MY-sin

ICD Code : Y40 Therapeutic Classification : Antibiotics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Sisomicin

India :

Ensamycin (3mg/mL)

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Why is Sisomicin Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an aminoglycoside antibiotic, prescribed for conjunctivitis, keratitis, blepharitis and other bacterial infections.

When should Sisomicin not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Sisomicin?

Adult: IM- Susceptible infections- 3 mg/kg/day in 2-3 divided doses.
Ophthalmic- Instill one or two drops into the affected eyes as directed by your physician.
Tpical-As 0.1% cream: Apply twice daily.

How should Sisomicin be taken?

It comes as eye drops and cream, to instill into the affected eye and to apply over the affected area respectively. It also comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into a large muscle.

What are the warnings and precautions for Sisomicin?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with liver and kidney impairment, Parkinson’s disease, myasthenia gravis, children, elderly, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

What are the side effects of Sisomicin?

Severe effects - Ear, kidney and brain damage.
Common effects - Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, redness and pain at injection site, dizziness and allergic reactions.