Amphotin 50mg Injection

Amphotin Injection is an antifungal medication containing amphotericin B as its active ingredient. It is prescribed for the treatment of serious systemic fungal infections. Amphotericin B functions by inhibiting the growth of fungi.

This medication is exclusively administered by a qualified doctor or nurse within a clinical or hospital setting. The specific dosage and duration of treatment are determined by the prescribing physician based on the patient's condition and response to therapy. Prior to initiating treatment with Amphotin Injection, patients must provide their complete medical history to their doctor, including any existing liver or kidney conditions, and disclose all other medications they are currently taking.

Regular monitoring of blood parameters, such as potassium and magnesium levels, and kidney function may be required during the course of treatment to ensure patient safety and optimize therapeutic outcomes.

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 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 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 Injection during pregnancy?

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

Breast Feeding

Can I take Amphotin 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 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 Injection does not have any effect on the driving ability of an individual.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have taken Amphotin Injection?

Although the interaction of the Amphotin 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 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 works or Amphotin 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 Injection?

Amphotin 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 Injection given?

Amphotin 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 Injection works?

Amphotin 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.