Mycamine 50mg Injection 1's
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Micafungin 50 mg
Manufacturer
Astellas Pharma India Pvt Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTIONMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION contains Micafungin which belongs to the group of medicine called Antifungal agents. It is used to manage systemic fungal infections such as invasive candidiasis. It can also be used in managing fungal infections of the food pipe where management with an injection is con
Uses
OF MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION Manage and manages fungal infections (both systemic and non-systemic)
How It Works
MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is an antifungal medication. It acts by blocking the actions of certain cellular proteins (beta-glucan) which is essential for the fungal cell to maintain the rigid cell structure. As a result, it makes the fungal cells weak and fragile and eventually destroys them.
Directions for Use
MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein (intravenously). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of infection.
Side Effects
receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION are pain and swelling at the site of injection, headache, loss or disturbed taste sensation, tiredness, fever, chills, shortness of breath, diarrhea, stomach pain and high or low blood pressure. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens. USES OF MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION Manage and manages fungal infections (both systemic and non-systemic) HOW MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION WORKSMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is an antifungal medication. It acts by blocking the actions of certain cellular proteins (beta-glucan) which is essential for the fungal cell to maintain the rigid cell structure. As a result, it makes the fungal cells weak and fragile and eventually destroys them. DIRECTIONS FOR USEMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein (intravenously). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and severity of infection. SIDE EFFECTS OF MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTIONCOMMON low RBC, WBC and platelet counts in blood low blood potassium, magnesium and calcium levels headache pain and inflammation at the injection-site nausea, vomiting diarrhoea, stomach pain liver problems, increased levels of bile pigment in the blood increased heart rate, high or low blood pressure increased blood urea levels UNCOMMON low albumin levels in blood increased sweating low sodium and phosphate levels in blood high blood potassium levels anorexia (eating disorder) insomnia (trouble sleeping) anxiety, confusion tiredness, shakiness, dizziness loss or disturbed taste sensation shortness of breath constipation jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes) problems in bile circulation (cholestasis) skin rash, itching and flushing kidney problems, edema Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects after receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION: severe skin reactions (such as widespread skin rash, blistering, peeling or bleeding on any part of the skin with fever, chills, enlarged lymph nodes and malaise or pink or reddish skin lesions on palms or soles)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYMonitoring requiredMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it. BREASTFEEDINGContraindicatedMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESUse with CautionMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is unlikely to affect your ability for driving and using machines. However, it may cause slight dizziness among few people. Therefore, do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if your ability is affected by this medicine. KIDNEYUse with CautionMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney problems. Therefore, inform your doctor before receiving it. LIVERUse with CautionMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with severe liver problems. Therefore, inform your doctor before receiving it. ALLERGYContraindicatedInform your doctor before receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION if you are allergic to Micafungin or to any other ingredients of this medicine. USE IN PEDIATRICSUse with CautionMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it. USE IN GERIATRICSUse with CautionMYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION can be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it. OTHERSBefore receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you: have hemolytic anemia (low RBC count in blood) have hemolysis (breakdown of RBCs)
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interactions: Before receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: sirolimus (a medicine used to manage rejection of organ transplant or cause immune system suppression) antifungal antibiotics (used for fungal infections) such as Amphotericin B, desoxycholate or itraconazole nifedipine (a medicine used to manage high blood pressure) B. Drug-Food interaction: No interactions found between MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION and any food or drinks. Overdosage: MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or nurse in a hospital, and so it is unlikely to receive an overdose. However, if you are worried that you may have been given too much of MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION, contact your doctor immediately. SYNOPSIS Drug : Micafungin Pharmacological Category : Echinocandins Therapeutic Indication : Fungal infections Dosage Forms : Injection MORE INFORMATION Keep MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION out of reach of children Store MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION at room temperature
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions and answers about Mycamine 50mg Injection 1's.
What is MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION used for?
MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is used to manage systemic fungal infections such as invasive candidiasis. It can also be used in managing fungal infections of the food pipe where management with an injection is considered appropriate. It also helps in managing fungal infections among patients who have undergone bone-marrow transplantation and in patients who are risk of developing neutropenia (low WBC count in blood).
Is MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION an antibiotic?
No. MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is an antifungal medicine that acts by making the fungal cells weak and fragile. This helps in destroying them and stopping the further spread of infection.
Does MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION affect liver?
MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION may unusually cause decreased bile flow, enlarged liver, liver disorder or injury, and jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes). Therefore, caution should be undertaken if you have or ever had any liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
What are the side effects of MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION?
The most common side effects of receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION are pain and swelling at the site of injection, headache, loss or disturbed taste sensation, tiredness, fever, chills, shortness of breath, diarrhea, stomach pain and high or low blood pressure. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect worsens.
Can a person taking MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION breastfeed?
MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
How long should I receive MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION?
You need to receive therapy with MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION for the stipulated duration prescribed by your doctor. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Is MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION safe?
MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION is safe at doses prescribed by the physician. Therefore, do not alter the dose of MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor.
Can I stop receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor?
No. You should not stop receiving MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor as it may reduce its effectiveness. Therefore, receive MYCAMINE 50MG INJECTION for the stipulated duration recommended by your doctor to achieve maximum results.
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Last Updated
24 Mar 2023