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What is Amphotericin B (Amphotericin B-Injection) ?
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What Alternate Names Are There For Amphotericin B? Fungizone Iv, Amphocin
How is Amphotericin B (Amphotericin B-Injection) Pronounced? am-foh-TAIR-eh-sin
Who is the Manufacturer of Amphotericin B? Abbott Hosp
What is Amphotericin B Used For? Amphotericin B is used to treat a fungal infection.
How To Use Amphotericin B
Amphotericin B is administered by infusion into a vein by a health care professional. It is usually given once a day or every other day. It may be necessary to continue therapy with Amphotericin B for several weeks to months in certain cases. Stopping therapy too soon may result in ineffective treatment.
Amphotericin B Side Effects
Fever and chills may occur 1 to 2 hours after the infusion is started. This is more common with the first few doses and should subside as therapy continues. Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, weakness, muscle aches, headache and irritation at the injection site may also occur. To help minimize these effects, you may be given a pain reliever or other medication before each dose. If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Notify your doctor promptly if you experience: irregular or rapid heartbeat, severe weakness, vision changes, tingling of the hands or feet, ringing in the ears, trouble urinating. In the unlikely event you have an allergic reaction to Amphotericin B, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Amphotericin B Precautions
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: heart disease, liver disease, kidney disease, any allergies. Amphotericin B should be used only if clearly needed during pregnancy. Use of Amphotericin B is not recommended while breast-feeding. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
Amphotericin B Drug Interactions
Tell your doctor of any nonprescription or prescription medication you may take particularly: steroids (e.g., prednisone), digoxin, cyclosporine, anti-cancer medications, other anti-fungal drugs, tacrolimus. Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
Amphotericin B Overdose
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include dizziness, unusually slow heartbeat, or seizures.
Missed Amphotericin B Dose
It is important to use each dose as scheduled. If you miss a dose, contact your health care provider who will help establish a new dose schedule. Do not double-up the dose to catch up.
Amphotericin B Storage
Unopened vials should be refrigerated. Once prepared, the reconstituted vial (of concentrated solution 5mg/ml) may be refrigerated for up to 7 days. At room temperature it is stable for only 24 hours and must be protected from light. Solutions diluted for infusion (0.1mg/ml or less) should be used promptly after mixing and should be protected from light during administration. Check the expiration date on the label and properly discard of any unused medication after that time.
| Generic and Namebrand Variations |
|---|
| Label Name | Unit | Package | Color | Shape | Flavor | NDC |
|---|
| Amphocin 50mg Vial |
Ea |
Vial |
|
|
|
00013140544 |
| Amphotericin B 50mg Vial |
Ea |
Vial |
Yellow |
|
|
39822105505 |
| Amphotericin B 50mg Vial |
Ml |
Vial |
|
|
|
00703978501 |
| Fungizone Iv 50mg Vial |
Ea |
Vial |
|
|
|
00003043730 |
| Fungizone Iv 50mg Vial |
Ea |
Vial |
|
|
|
00003043732 |
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