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Hospicasp 70Mg Injection

Manufacturer :  Alkem Laboratories Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Caspofungin
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Hospicasp 70Mg Injection

Hospicasp 70Mg Injection is an antifungal agent. It is used in the treatment of fungal infections. It functions by weakening the fungal cell walls. This causes death of the fungus. It is sold under the brand name of Cancidas.

On using Hospicasp 70Mg Injection you may experience side effects such as fever, chills, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting, headache, cough, diarrhoea, skin rash, hives, swelling of body parts, rapid or irregular heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, weakness, blisters, cramps, sore throat, dizziness, mental and mood disorders. If your reactions persist or become more severe over time seek the help of your doctor immediately.

Before using this medication notify your doctor if: you are allergic to any of the ingredients contained within Hospicasp 70Mg Injection, you have allergy to any foods/ medicines/ substances, you are taking any prescription or non-prescription drugs, you have liver problems, you are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding a baby.

The dosage for this medication is based on your overall medical history and medical attention. The usual dose in adults is 70 mg by IV on the first day and then maintenance dose is 50 mg by IV once per day.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Hospicasp 70Mg Injection ?

    • Erythema

    • Headache

    • Breathlessness

    • Rash

    • Joint Pain

    • Nausea

    • Decreased Potassium Level In Blood

    • Decreased White Blood Cell Count

    • Increased Sweating

    • Fever

    • Increased Liver Enzymes

    • Itching

    • Chills

    • Diarrhoea

    • Inflammation Of A Vein

    • Increased Red Blood Cells

    • Decreased Haemoglobin Level In Blood

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Hospicasp 70Mg Injection

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Guficap 70mg injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
      Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available. Please consult your doctor.

    • Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Hospicasp 70Mg Injection ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Hospicasp 70Mg Injection , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Caspofungin, please consult your doctor.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    This medication falls under the category of an antifungal drug, which acts by inhibiting a certain enzyme. This, in turn, disturbs the fungal cell wall and reduces the infection. So far, the drug has been used successfully to cure infections caused by Aspergillus and Candida.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Hospicasp 70Mg Injection ?

      Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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      References

      • Caspofunginl-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/caspofungin

      • Caspofungin-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00520

      • CASPOFUNGIN injection,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 15 June 2022].Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=CASPOFUNGIN

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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