Auxicasp 50mg Injection

Auxicasp 50mg Injection is an antifungal medication that contains caspofungin as its active substance. It is prescribed for the treatment of severe fungal infections affecting various internal tissues and organs. Specifically, it is indicated for invasive candidiasis, a serious systemic fungal infection, and invasive aspergillosis, which can affect the nose, nasal sinuses, or lungs.

This medication is suitable for use in children, adolescents, and adults. Furthermore, Auxicasp 50mg Injection is utilized in the management of suspected fungal infections, particularly in patients who exhibit a persistent fever and a reduced white blood cell count that has not shown improvement following a course of antibiotic therapy. Administration of this medication is performed intravenously by a qualified healthcare professional within a clinical environment.

Dosage

Overdose

Auxicasp Powder For Infusion will be given to you by a doctor or nurse and hence, the chances of an overdose are unlikely.

Missed a Dose

It is unlikely that a dose of Auxicasp Powder For Infusion will be missed if you are monitored in a healthcare setup. However, if you have missed taking a dose of the injection, inform the doctor or nurse immediately.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Auxicasp Powder For Infusion makes fungal cells fragile and stops the fungus from growing properly. This stops the infection from spreading and gives the body’s natural defences a chance to completely get rid of the infection.

Usage Instructions

• Auxicasp 50mg Injection is administered intravenously by a healthcare professional.
• Patients should follow all post-administration instructions provided by the healthcare team.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Auxicasp 50mg Injection during pregnancy?

There is limited information on the effect of Auxicasp Powder For Infusion during pregnancy. This medicine should only be used in pregnant women if recommended by the doctor.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Auxicasp 50mg Injection while breastfeeding?

No information is available if Auxicasp Powder For Infusion passes into human breast milk. Thus, this medicine should not be used in breastfeeding women.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Auxicasp 50mg Injection?

There is limited information on the effect of Auxicasp Powder For Infusion on driving ability. However, if you experience any effects after taking this medicine that may affect your ability to drive safely, it is advised to avoid driving.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Auxicasp 50mg Injection?

There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Auxicasp Powder For Infusion. Ask your doctor for advice on alcohol intake along with this medicine.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You are allergic to any other medicines.
• You have had liver problems.
• You are already taking cyclosporine (used to help prevent organ transplant rejection or to suppress your immune system).
• You have had any other medical problems.
• You develop signs and symptoms like unexplained widespread skin pain, red or purple rash that spreads and blisters on your skin and the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose, eyes and genitals after using this medicine.

Contraindications

You are allergic to caspofungin or any of the other ingredients of Auxicasp Powder For Infusion.

Side effects

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Rashes

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Auxicasp Powder For Infusion works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Particular care should be taken if you are taking cyclosporine or tacrolimus (used to help prevent organ transplant rejection or to suppress your immune system), some HIV medicines such as efavirenz or nevirapine, phenytoin or carbamazepine (used for the treatment of fits/seizures), dexamethasone (a steroid used for the treatment of inflammations) and rifampicin (an antibiotic).

Storage and disposal

• Store Auxicasp Powder For Infusion in a refrigerator (2°C - 8°C).
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is Auxicasp Powder For Infusion used for?

• Auxicasp Powder For Infusion is used for the treatment of serious fungal infections in your tissues or organs (invasive candidiasis) and fungal infections in your nose, nasal sinuses or lungs (invasive aspergillosis) in children, adolescents and adults.
• It is also used to treat suspected fungal infections if you have a fever and a low white cell count that has not improved on treatment with an antibiotic.

How Auxicasp Powder For Infusion works?

Auxicasp Powder For Infusion makes fungal cells fragile and stops the fungus from growing properly. This stops the infection from spreading and gives the body’s natural defences a chance to completely get rid of the infection.