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Ambisome overview
BRAND NAMES:
Ambisome
Generic Names:
Ambisome
Uses:
Treats infections caused by a fungus or parasite.
Therapeutic Classes:
Antifungal, Antiprotozoal
Forms:
Injectable
How it’s taken:
By injection
What is Ambisome used for?
Ambisome is an antifungal medication used to treat a number of serious fungal infections including leishmaniasis. This medication is also used to treat meningitis in people infected with HIV (human immunodeficiency virus). It works by stopping the growth of fungi.
What form(s) does Ambisome come in
Injectable
What are common Ambisome doses?
Suspension Reconstituted 50MG
Common Ambisome prescriptions
AmBisome
50mg suspension reconstituted
How to take Ambisome
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine is given slowly, so the IV needle will usually need to stay in place for 1 to 2 hours.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Missed dose: You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.
Missed dose: You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.
Injection routeYour doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine is given slowly, so the IV needle will usually need to stay in place for 1 to 2 hours.
Injection routeA nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
What to do if you miss a dose of Ambisome
Ambisome contraindications
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to amphotericin B.
Ambisome warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Your doctor may want to do lab tests while you are receiving this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Fever and chills or shaking
Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Trouble breathing
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Ambisome interactions
Some medicines can affect how amphotericin B works. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following: Cancer medicineCorticosteroid medicine, such as prednisone or cortisoneCorticotropinDigoxinMuscle relaxantsOther antifungal medicine
Your doctor may want to do lab tests while you are receiving this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Ambisome side effects
Serious Side Effects
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Change in how much or how often you urinate
Trouble breathing
Fast or irregular heartbeat
Fever and chills or shaking
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Less Serious Side Effects
Mild nausea or upset stomach, diarrhea
Swelling, pain, or redness where the IV needle is placed
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