Kanamycin

Drug

Drug Profile

Kanamycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used as parenteral therapy for serious susceptible bacterial infections. Labeling emphasizes toxicity monitoring (ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity, neurotoxicity) and antimicrobial stewardship to prevent resistance. It is a human prescription antibacterial product with established but safety-limited use.

Drug Class
Aminoglycoside antibiotic
Approval Status
Marketed human prescription drug
Brand Names
  • \Kanamycin Injection, USP\
  • Kantrex
Indications
  • \Treatment of serious bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms (parenteral use)\

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