Amphotericin B
Information about Amphotericin B
Amphotericin b uses
Amphotericin B is used in the treatment of serious fungal infections and kala-azar.
How amphotericin b works
Amphotericin b kills fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.
Common side effects of amphotericin b
Nausea, Vomiting, Decreased potassium level in blood, Fever, Chills, Increased creatine level in blood, Decreased blood pressure
Available Medicine for Amphotericin B
Expert advice for Amphotericin B
- Before you take amphotericin B, inform your doctor if you suffer from diabetes, liver/kidney problem or are on dialysis or have low potassium level in blood.
- You should monitor your condition through regular laboratory evaluation of potassium, magnesium as well as renal, hepatic and hematopoietic function.
- Take precautions as amphotericin B may reduce the ability to drive or operate machinery.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions for Amphotericin B
Amphotericin B
Q. Is amphotericin B fungistatic or fungicidal?
Amphotericin B is fungicidal in nature, it acts by killing the fungus
Q. Is amphotericin B light sensitive?
Amphotericin B is not light sensitive
Q. What is amphotericin B liposomal?
Liposomal amphotericin B is a lipid-associated formulation. Liposomal encapsulation or incorporation into a lipid complex of amphotericin B can substantially improves drug safety especially nephrotoxicity associated with the drug