About amikacin liposomal
Liposomal aminoglycoside antibiotic
Used for
- Treats Mycobacterium avium complex lung disease in adults with limited treatment response, alongside other antibiotics.
Usual adult dose
Inhale once daily using the supplied nebulizer.
Common side effects
- Cough
- Voice changes
- Breathing difficulty
- Coughing up blood
Important warnings
- Can cause serious breathing problems, especially in people with asthma or chronic lung disease.
- May damage hearing or balance; hearing loss may be permanent.
- Can harm the kidneys or cause muscle weakness.
- Use only with the prescribed nebulizer and other MAC medicines.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited. Aminoglycosides may harm fetal hearing; use only if clearly needed.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether inhaled amikacin passes into breast milk. Consider treatment benefits and potential risks.
Interactions
- Other medicines that can damage hearing, kidneys, or nerves may increase side effects.
- Neuromuscular-blocking medicines may increase muscle weakness or breathing problems.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.