Amphonex Injection

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Amphonex Injection

1 Injection in 1 Packet
₹ 4037
1 INJECTION | 1 Packet
₹ 4037
157 people have bought this recently

Amphonex Information

Amphonex is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Amphonex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Amphonex. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Amphonex include Nausea or vomiting, Fever, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amphonex as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Amphonex are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Amphonex has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Amphonex's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Amphonex related warnings section.

The section on Amphonex contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Amphonex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Amphonex is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Amphonex Benefits & Uses

Amphonex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Amphonex 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


Amphonex Side Effects

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

Mild

  • Chills

Common

Amphonex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Amphonex safe for pregnant women?


    Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Amphonex. If you are pregnant, do not take Amphonex without a doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Amphonex safe during breastfeeding?


    Side effects of Amphonex on breastfeeding women are very mild.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Amphonex on the Kidneys?


    Amphonex may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Amphonex on the Liver?


    Information about safety of Amphonex for the liver is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Amphonex on the Heart?


    Amphonex may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Amphonex with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Amphonex Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Amphonex

  • Is this Amphonex habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Amphonex has not been reported.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Amphonex. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Amphonex only as per medical advice.

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


    Amphonex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Amphonex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Amphonex


    Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Amphonex and food will interact.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Amphonex


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

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Amphotericin B

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 787-789

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 154-157

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