AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)
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AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information
AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)
AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification
AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection)
AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname
Ambisome
AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment
Amphotericin B Liposome (am-foe-TER-i-sin B LYE-poh-some) Treats infections caused by a fungus or parasite.
When To Not Use AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)
You should not receive this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to amphotericin B.
How Should You Use AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)
Injectable
- Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.
- This medicine is given slowly, so your IV needle will usually need to stay in place for 1 to 2 hours.
- A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It may also be given by a home health caregiver.
- Never share your medicine with anyone. If a dose is missed:
- This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, call your doctor, home healthcare provider, or pharmacist for instructions.
Proper AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Storage
Store AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.
What To Avoid While Using AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (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 other antifungal medicines (such as Ancobon®, Nizoral®, or Monistat®), cancer medicines, corticosteroids (such as prednisone or cortisone), corticotropin (ACTH), digoxin (Lanoxin®), or muscle relaxants.
AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings
- Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Your doctor may want to do lab tests while you are receiving this medicine, to check for unwanted effects. Be sure to keep all appointments.
AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
- Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
- Fast or irregular heartbeat
- Fever and chills or shaking
- Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
- Trouble breathing
- Unusual tiredness or weakness If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
- Headache
- Mild nausea or upset stomach, diarrhea
- Swelling, pain, or redness where the IV needle is placed
