Micafungin

Micafungin helps in the treatment of certain kinds of infections caused by fungi. In case patients seeking stem cell transplantation, the drug is given to prevent the onset of fungal infections. The drug effectively kills the fungi that has infested the body, thus curing related infections.

Some medical conditions may hinder the effectiveness of the drug, thus tell your medical practitioner if you have kidney problems, HIV, cancer or a weak immune system.

Also give him a list of all the medicines that you are taking currently. Ensure that you include prescription drugs as well as over the counter medicines you are taking.

The drug is administered through an injection. It should not be used if the bottle is cracked or the solution is discolored. Also make sure that you do not reuse the syringe or needle and dispose it properly. In case you miss a dose, inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Some side effects of the drug include welts, nightmares, shivering, pale or discolored skin, cold sweats, depression and problems with speech.

If these symptoms continue to persist or tend to worsen, make sure that you seek medical help right away.

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.

• Headache

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Decreased Potassium Level In Blood

• Abdominal Pain

• Decreased White Blood Cell Count

• Decreased Calcium Level

• Fever

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• Increased Haemoglobin In The Blood

• Anemia

• Decreased Magnesium Level In Blood

• Diarrhoea

• Rigors

• Inflammation Of A Vein

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.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Micanfa 50mg 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?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• 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.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Micafungin, 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.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Micafungin as ingredient

• Micanfa 50Mg Injection

  Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Micedge 50Mg Injection

  Abbott India Ltd

• Mycamine 50Mg Injection

  Glaxo SmithKline Pharmaceuticals Ltd

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.

This medication contains active constituent that destroys fungi. It belongs to a group of drugs called echinocandins which is a class of antifungal compounds. This drug works by blocking the synthesis of 1, 3-beta-D-glucan, an important part of the fungal cell wall.

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.

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

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