Posalup Injection

Description

Posalup Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat fungal infections. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. Do not self-administer this medicine. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, fever, vomiting, headache, coughing, and hypokalemia. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction and signs of liver problems such as yellowing of eyes, dark urine, and stomach problems. Get emergency help if this happens. Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Talk to your doctor before taking it if you have ever had heart failure, kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may want to check your liver, and potassium level by testing your blood. This medicine may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

Introduction

In Severe fungal infections Posalup Injection is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. It helps treat severe infections in severely immunocompromised patients, cancer patients, and those undergoing blood transfusion. It is given as an injection by your doctor or healthcare provider and should not be self-administered. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Benefits

Posalup Injection is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your infection.

How to use

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety Advice

- Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Posalup Injection. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Posalup Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Posalup Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Posalup Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. As you may feel dizzy, sleepy, or have blurred vision while taking Posalup Injection, which may affect your ability to drive. - Kidney : CAUTION - Posalup Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Posalup Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine. Use of Posalup Injection is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Posalup Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Posalup Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.