Kanamycin Injection

KANVIT Injection is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections. Its primary uses include:

1. Serious Gram-Negative Infections:

   - Kanamycin is effective against a range of Gram-negative bacteria, including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Escherichia coli, and Klebsiella species. It is used for treating infections such as complicated urinary tract infections, respiratory infections, and intra-abdominal infections.

2. Tuberculosis:

   - Kanamycin is used as part of the treatment regimen for multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) when other first-line anti-tubercular drugs are not effective or suitable.

3. Infections in Immunocompromised Patients:

   - It is used for treating severe infections in patients with weakened immune systems, such as those undergoing chemotherapy or suffering from advanced HIV/AIDS.

4. Skin and Soft Tissue Infections:

   - Kanamycin may be used for treating severe skin and soft tissue infections caused by susceptible bacteria.

5. Preoperative Prophylaxis:

   - In certain cases, Kanamycin may be used preoperatively to prevent infections in patients undergoing surgery, especially in high-risk scenarios.

KANVIT Injection is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat a variety of bacterial infections.is administered intravenously or intramuscularly and is usually given in a hospital or clinical setting. Due to its potential for nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity (damage to kidneys and hearing), careful monitoring of kidney function and hearing is essential during treatment. Additionally, Kanamycin's use is generally limited to situations where other antibiotics are not suitable or effective due to resistance concerns.