Kabifungin 70 Injection

Description

Kabifungin 70 Injection is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of severe fungal infections. It kills the fungi that cause these infections and thus provides relief. Kabifungin 70 Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment. Kabifungin 70 Injection may lead to a few common side effects like rash, decreased potassium level in the blood, fever, increased liver enzymes, chills, and diarrhea. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

Introduction

In Severe fungal infections Kabifungin 70 Injection works by killing the fungi which can cause serious infections. It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. It usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the fungi and yeast causing the infection are killed and do not become resistant.

Benefits

Kabifungin 70 Injection kills fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

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 Kabifungin 70 Injection. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Kabifungin 70 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 : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Kabifungin 70 Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. - Driving : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether Kabifungin 70 Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. - Kidney : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Kabifungin 70 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Kabifungin 70 Injection is recommended. - Liver : CAUTION - Kabifungin 70 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Kabifungin 70 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Kabifungin 70 Injection in patients with the severe liver disease.