Cancidas 50mg Injection

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Composition FOR Cancidas 50mg Injection

Caspofungin(50mg)

food interaction for Cancidas Injection

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No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cancidas 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cancidas 50mg 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.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cancidas 50mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Cancidas 50mg Injection

Caspofungin(50mg)

Cancidas injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of severe fungal infections.

How cancidas injection works

Cancidas 50mg Injection kills fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

Common side effects of cancidas injection

Chills, Decreased potassium level in blood, Diarrhea, Fever, Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood, Increased liver enzymes, Rash

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Expert advice FOR Cancidas Injection

  • Caspofungin is given as a slow drip into vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
  • Caspofungin is given as a slow drip into vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
  • Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Frequently asked questions FOR Cancidas 50mg Injection

Caspofungin

Q. What is Cancidas 50mg Injection used to treat?
Cancidas 50mg Injection is used to treat serious fungal as well as yeast infections in the blood, stomach, lungs, and food pipe (esophagus).
Q. Is Cancidas 50mg Injection an antibiotic?
Yes, Cancidas 50mg Injection is an antifungal antibiotic. It kills the fungi and yeast causing serious infections and helps in clearing the infection.
Q. How is Cancidas 50mg Injection administered?
Cancidas 50mg Injection should be administered as an injection into a vein under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only usually once a day. It should be injected slowly over 1 hour and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Cancidas 50mg Injection.
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Q. What does Cancidas 50mg Injection target?
Cancidas 50mg Injection targets an essential component of the outermost layer (cell wall) of the fungus, called beta-(1,3)-D-glucan. This component is present in the Aspergillus species and Candida species but not present in mammalian cells. Cancidas 50mg Injection stops the synthesis of this component and this kills the fungus, inhibits further growth, thereby clearing the infection.
Q. Is Cancidas 50mg Injection effective?
Cancidas 50mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cancidas 50mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)