Kabifungin-70Mg Inj
About Kabifungin-70Mg Inj
Kabifungin-70Mg Inj belongs to the class of medicines known as 'antifungals' used to treat various fungal infections. A fungal infection is caused when a fungus invades and affects any body part.
Kabifungin-70Mg Inj contains Caspofungin, which inhibits the formation of a fungal cell wall component required for the fungus to continue living and growing. When fungal cells are exposed to Caspofungin, their cell walls become partial or faulty, making them fragile and unable to grow. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.
A qualified healthcare professional will administer Kabifungin-70Mg Inj. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as injection site reactions, headaches, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain, tremors, sweating, high blood pressure, difficulty sleeping and swelling of the hands, ankles, or feet. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Before taking Kabifungin-70Mg Inj, inform your doctor about your medical condition, sensitivities, and medications. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Do not use any other medicines with Kabifungin-70Mg Inj without a doctor's recommendation. Kabifungin-70Mg Inj may cause dizziness; therefore, avoid driving vehicles or operating machinery until you return to normal. Avoid the consumption of alcohol while on Caspofungin therapy.
Uses of Kabifungin-70Mg Inj
Medicinal Benefits
Kabifungin-70Mg Inj is an antifungal agent, a medicine used to treat several fungal infections. It can be used to treat fungal infections that other drugs have failed to treat. It is also used to treat serious fungal infections in persons who have a reduced immune system. Kabifungin-70Mg Inj works by killing or preventing fungi or yeast by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its membrane formation. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.
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Side Effects of Kabifungin-70Mg Inj
Drug Warnings
It is recommended not to use Kabifungin-70Mg Inj if you are allergic to any component present, so inform your doctor about your sensitivities with medicines and foods. Also, let your doctor know about your medical condition and the medications you are currently using. Do not use any other drugs with Kabifungin-70Mg Inj without a doctor’s recommendation. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Kabifungin-70Mg Inj is known to interact with other antifungals (e.g. Ketoconazole), anticonvulsant medications (e.g. Carbamazepine, Phenytoin) and HIV medications (Efavirenz, Nelfinavir).
Drug-Food Interactions: No major interactions were found or established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No major interactions were found or established.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Fungal infections: Fungal infection occurs when a fungus enters, infects and multiplies in the body. Fungi can live in water, soil, air and plants. Fungi affect any body part, including the mouth, throat, oesophagus, lungs, bladder, genital area and blood. Mild fungal skin infections are common and can cause rashes. Fungal infections affecting body organs like the lungs can cause flu or tuberculosis. Some fungal diseases like cryptococcal meningitis and blood infections can be fatal. A few common fungal infections are yeast infections that affect the genital area, oesophagus and urinary tract caused by Candida.