Kabifungin 50mg Injection

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1 Powder For Infusion(s) in Dry Vial

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Kabifungin 50 MG Description

Kabifungin Powder For Infusion is an antifungal medication. It contains caspofungin as the active substance. Kabifungin Powder For Infusion is used to treat 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 for the treatment of suspected fungal infections if you have a fever and a low white cell count that has not improved on treatment with an antibiotic. This medicine will be given to you by your doctor or nurse. Do not self-inject it. Before starting Kabifungin Powder For Infusion, inform your doctor if you are pregnant/breastfeeding and about your complete medical history.

Product Summary

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Contains	Caspofungin(50.0 Mg)
Uses	Fungal infections
Side effects	Nausea, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea
Therapy	ANTI-FUNGAL

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Precautions and Warnings

Uses of Kabifungin 50 MG

Kabifungin 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 (invas...
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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.

Contraindications of Kabifungin 50 MG

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

Side effects of Kabifungin 50 MG

Headache
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Rashes

Precautions and Warnings of Kabifungin 50 MG

Pregnancy

Can I take Kabifungin 50mg Injection during pregnancy?

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

Breast Feeding

Can I take Kabifungin 50mg Injection while breastfeeding?

No information is available if Kabifungin 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 Kabifungin 50mg Injection?

There is limited information on the effect of Kabifungin 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 Kabifungin 50mg Injection?

There is limited information available on the interaction of alcohol with Kabifungin 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 usi...
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Mode of Action of Kabifungin 50 MG

How Does It Work?

Kabifungin 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 complete...

Directions for Use of Kabifungin 50 MG

Kabifungin Powder For Infusion will be given by your doctor or nurse.
Do not self-inject this medicine. Follow any aftercare instructions given by the doctor or nurse.

Interactions of Kabifungin 50 MG

Interactions with other medicines

Some medicines can affect the way Kabifungin 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 o...
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Storage and disposal of Kabifungin 50 MG

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

Dosage of Kabifungin 50 MG

Overdose

Kabifungin 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 Kabifungin 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...

Content Details

WRITTEN BY

Dr. Arpit Verma

MBBS, MD CCEBDM Diabetology

REVIEWED BY

Dr. Ritu Budania

MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: What is Kabifungin Powder For Infusion used for?

Kabifungin 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 (invas...
Read more
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.

Q: How Kabifungin Powder For Infusion works?

A: Kabifungin 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.

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