Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
-cidofovir

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
-amphotericin B
-bacitracin
-birth control pills
-cisplatin
-colistin
-diuretics like ethacrynic acid or furosemide
-other antibiotics

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-dehydrated
-hearing problems
-kidney disease
-myasthenia gravis
-Parkinson''s disease
-an unusual or allergic reaction to amikacin or other antibiotics, sulfites, foods, dyes or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

Tell your doctor if your symptoms do not improve. You may need to have your blood checked while you are taking this medicine. Report any side effects to your doctor or healthcare professional. Be aware that side effects may occur in the weeks after you finish taking this medicine.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells.

This medicine may cause a decrease in vitamin B6 and vitamin B12. You should make sure that you get enough vitamin B6 and vitamin B12 while you are taking this medicine. Discuss the foods you eat and the vitamins you take with your health care professional.

Keep out of the reach of children.

If you are using this medicine at home, you will be instructed on how to store this medicine. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label. Do not use if the solution is cloudy or contains any solids.