Ampholyn 50mg Dry Vial Of 1 Powder For Injection

Ampholyn Powder For 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. Ampholyn Powder For 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?

Ampholyn Powder For 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

• Ampholyn Powder For 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 Ampholyn Powder For Injection during pregnancy?

There is limited safety information available about use of the Ampholyn Powder For Injection in pregnant women.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Ampholyn Powder For 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 Ampholyn Powder For 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, Ampholyn Powder For Injection does not have any effect on the driving ability of an individual.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol if I have taken Ampholyn Powder For Injection?

Although the interaction of the Ampholyn Powder For 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 Ampholyn Powder For 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 Ampholyn works or Ampholyn 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 Ampholyn Powder For Injection?

Ampholyn Powder For 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 Ampholyn Powder For Injection given?

Ampholyn Powder For 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 Ampholyn Powder For Injection works?

Ampholyn Powder For 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.