Amphotret Information

Amphotret is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. The alternative uses of Amphotret have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Amphotret depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Common side effects of Amphotret include Nausea or vomiting, Fever, Headache. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Amphotret as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Amphotret are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Amphotret has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Mild effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Amphotret's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Amphotret are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Amphotret have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

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

Amphotret Benefits & Uses

Amphotret 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

Amphotret 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

Amphotret Side Effects

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

Mild

Chills

Common

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

Amphotret Related Warnings

Is the use of Amphotret safe for pregnant women?

Amphotret should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Amphotret safe during breastfeeding?

Amphotret may have very limited harmful effects for breastfeeding women.

Mild
What is the effect of Amphotret on the Kidneys?

Amphotret has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Amphotret on the Liver?

In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Amphotret on the liver, information on safety of Amphotret for liver is unavailable.

Unknown
What is the effect of Amphotret on the Heart?

Amphotret is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Amphotret with Other Drugs

Amphotret 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

Amphotret Contraindications

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

Anemia
Kidney Disease
Dehydration

Frequently asked Questions about Amphotret

Is this Amphotret habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Amphotret.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Amphotret is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Amphotret for mental disorders.

No

Amphotret Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Amphotret

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Amphotret with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Amphotret

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Amphotret and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown