Amphotin Lip 100mg Injection

Amphotin Lip Injection is an antifungal medication. It contains amphotericin B as the active ingredient. Amphotericin B is prescribed for the treatment of serious fungal infections.

This medicine works by slowing down the growth of fungus. Amphotin Lip Injection is to be administered by a doctor or nurse in a clinical setting only. The doses and duration are determined by the doctor after accessing your condition.

Inform your doctor about your complete medical history before initiating the treatment.

Dosage

Overdose

This medicine is given/administered by a trained health care professional. The likelihood of an overdose is very low.

Missed a Dose

This medicine is given/administered by a trained health care professional at the appropriate time in a hospital or clinic. The likelihood of missing a dose is very low.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Amphotin Lip Injection contains amphotericin B, an antifungal medicine. Amphotericin B binds to the fungal cells and makes them more porous that leads to the leakage of cell components and fungal cell death.

Directions for Use

• Amphotin Lip Injection will be administered by a doctor in a clinical or a hospital setting.
• Please follow any after-care instructions given by your doctor or nurse.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Amphotin Lip Injection during pregnancy?

There is limited safety information available about use of the Amphotin Lip Injection in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Amphotin Lip Injection while breastfeeding?

It is not known if the component of this medicine passes in breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking this injection if you are a lactating woman.

Driving

Can I drive if I have taken Amphotin Lip Injection?

This injection is usually given to an individual who is being treated in a healthcare set up and their health condition may not allow them to drive. However, Amphotin Lip Injection does not have any effect on the driving ability of an individual.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have taken Amphotin Lip Injection?

Although the interaction of the Amphotin Lip Injection with alcohol is not known, it is advisable to consult your doctor if you drink too often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have a liver or kidney-related disorder.
• You experience skin allergy and rashes after taking this medicine.
• Amphotericin B must not be used for superficial fungal infections.
• When on treatment with the Amphotin Lip Injection, your doctor may ask you to perform blood tests to monitor your potassium, magnesium levels and kidney function.

Contraindications

If you are allergic to amphotericin B or ingredients present along with it.

Side effects

• Headache
• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Fever
• Chills
• Decrease in serum potassium levels
• Pain or swelling at the injection site

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Certain medicines can affect the way the Amphotin Lip works or Amphotin Lip itself can affect the action of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially, if you are taking medicines to treat cancer, high blood pressure, heart conditions, immunosuppressants, pain killers, muscle relaxants and steroids.

Storage and disposal

• Store it in temperatures between 2-8 degrees celsius away from light and moisture.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Discard any unused medicine properly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Amphotin Lip Injection?

Amphotin Lip Injection is an anti-fungal medication. It contains amphotericin B as the active ingredient. It is used to treat serious fungal infections or visceral leishmaniasis commonly known as kala-azar in India.

How is Amphotin Lip Injection given?

Amphotin Lip Injection is given as an intravenous injection or infusion by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic. An allergy test is usually performed by administering an initial test dose before initiating the treatment. If no allergic reactions develop, the doctor or nurse will continue with the treatment.

How Amphotin Lip Injection works?

Amphotin Lip Injection is an antifungal medicine containing amphotericin B as its active ingredient. It works by binding to the fungal cells and makes them more porous leading to the leakage of cell components and fungal cell death.