Amphogard Information

Amphogard, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Amphogard have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Amphogard depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Amphogard include Nausea or vomiting, Fever, Headache. Some other side effects of Amphogard have been listed ahead. These side effects of Amphogard are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Amphogard's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Amphogard's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amphogard related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Amphogard contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Amphogard with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Amphogard is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Amphogard Benefits & Uses
Amphogard Dosage & How to Take
Amphogard Side Effects
Amphogard Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Amphogard with Other Drugs
Amphogard Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Amphogard
Amphogard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Amphogard Benefits & Uses

Amphogard is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch

Other Benefits

Amphogard Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Neonates (0 to 1 month)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 0.5 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Infant (1 month to 2 years)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Amphogard Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Amphogard is used -

Mild

Chills

Common

Nausea or vomiting
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Headache
Irregular heartbeat

Amphogard Related Warnings

Is the use of Amphogard safe for pregnant women?

Amphogard can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Amphogard safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can take Amphogard as it bears very minor side effects for them.

Mild
What is the effect of Amphogard on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Amphogard on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Amphogard on the Liver?

Side effects of Amphogard on the liver are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amphogard on the Heart?

Side effects of Amphogard rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amphogard with Other Drugs

Amphogard should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Amiodarone

Tacrolimus

Gentamicin

Amikacin

Moderate

Ketoconazole

Furosemide

Amphogard Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Amphogard unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Anemia
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Amphogard

Is this Amphogard habit forming or addictive?

Amphogard is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Amphogard, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Amphogard can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Amphogard should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Amphogard in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Amphogard Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amphogard

Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Amphogard, due to a lack of research on this.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amphogard

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Amphogard.

Unknown