AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable)
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AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable)
AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection)
AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
Amphotec
AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Amphotericin B Cholesteryl Sulfate Complex (am-foe-TER-i-sin B koe-les-TEER-il SUL-fate KOM-plex) Treats infections caused by a fungus. Belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals.
When To Not Use AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not use this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to amphotericin B.
How Should You Use AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable)
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given.
- An intravenous (in-tra-VEEN-us) or IV injection is given through a tube put in one of your veins, usually in your arm, wrist, hand, or sometimes in your chest.
- A nurse or other caregiver trained to give injections will give your treatment.
- Never share your medicine with anyone. If a dose is missed:
- This medicine needs to be given on a regular schedule.
- Use the missed dose as soon as you remember.
- If you miss more than one dose, call your doctor for instructions.
Proper AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable)
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using any antibiotic or other antifungal medicine (such as Ancobon®, Nizoral®, or Monistat®), cancer medicines, a corticosteroid (such as prednisone or cortisone), corticotropin (ACTH), cyclosporin, digoxin (Lanoxin®), muscle relaxants, pentamidine, or tacrolimus.
AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
- Make sure your doctor knows if you have kidney disease.
- Your doctor may want to test your blood while you are receiving this medicine. Be sure to keep all appointments.
AMPHOTERICIN B CHOLESTERYL SULFATE COMPLEX (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Fainting
- Fever and chills
- Severe nausea and vomiting
- Swelling, pain, or redness near where the IV needle is given
- Trouble breathing If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Fast heartbeat
- Headache
- Mild nausea or upset stomach
