Rs.436for 1 vial(s) (1 Injection each)
food interaction for Amfotex Injection
alcohol interaction for Amfotex Injection
pregnancy interaction for Amfotex Injection
lactation interaction for Amfotex Injection
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Amfotex 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
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Amfotex 50mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Amfotex 50mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Amfotex 50mg Injection
Amphotericin B(50mg)
Amfotex injection uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of severe fungal infections and kala-azar.
How amfotex injection works
Amfotex 50mg Injection is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Common side effects of amfotex injection
Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness), Nausea, Vomiting, Chills, Headache, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Decreased potassium level in blood, Abdominal pain, Blurred vision, Low blood platelets, Arrhythmia (irregular heartbeats), Abnormal liver function tests, Decreased magnesium level in blood, Itching, Diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Hypotension (low blood pressure), Skin rash, Nephrocalcinosis, Increased creatinine level in blood, Abnormal renal function tests, Agranulocytosis (deficiency of granulocytes in the blood), Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Bronchospasm, Muscle pain, Acute renal failure, Maculopapular rash, Skin exfoliation, Toxic epidermal necrolysis, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, Weight loss, Joint pain, Cardiac arrest, Deafness, Renal tubular acidosis, Jaundice, Coagulation disorder, Increased white blood cell count (eosinophils), High white blood cell count, Vertigo, Anuria
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Expert advice FOR Amfotex Injection
- It is usually given as an injection over 1-2 hours under the supervision of a medical professional.
- Amphotericin B can cause rash, chills, headache, and tiredness during initial days of the treatment, but these may fade away with time.
- Your doctor may ask you for regular blood tests to monitor your blood sugar, potassium, magnesium and kidney function.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you notice pain or blood upon urination, swelling of the face and trouble breathing.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions FOR Amfotex 50mg Injection
Amphotericin B
Q. Is Amfotex 50mg Injection fungistatic or fungicidal?
Amfotex 50mg Injection is fungicidal in nature, it acts by killing the fungus
Q. Is Amfotex 50mg Injection light sensitive?
Amfotex 50mg Injection is not light sensitive
Q. What is Amfotex 50mg Injection liposomal?
Liposomal Amfotex 50mg Injection is a lipid-associated formulation. Liposomal encapsulation or incorporation into a lipid complex of Amfotex 50mg Injection can substantially improves drug safety especially nephrotoxicity associated with the drug