Amfy Gel (Liposomal Amphotericin B 1mg) 15gm

About Amfy Gel 15 gm

Amfy Gel 15 gm belongs to a class of medication called ‘antifungal’ used to treat severe fungal infections like leishmaniasis. A fungal infection is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and cause infection. Fungi are commonly present in nature but do not cause infections normally. However, if the person has a weak immune system, certain types of fungi may infect them.

Amfy Gel 15 gm contains Amphotericin B which kills fungi by destroying the fungal outer cell membrane. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents.

Amfy Gel 15 gm is given by a doctor or nurse. You are advised to take Amfy Gel 15 gm for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience fever, chills, irregular heartbeat, high or low blood pressure, breathing problems, nausea, vomiting, headache, shaking, muscle cramps or pain. Most of these side effects of Amfy Gel 15 gm do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Amfy Gel 15 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Amfy Gel 15 gm. Amfy Gel 15 gm is not recommended for children below 1 month as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid driving after taking Amfy Gel 15 gm as it may affect your ability to drive. If you experience severe adverse effects such as chest pain or difficulty in breathing or encephalopathy (a brain disease which may cause you to behave strangely, confused or feel drowsy), seek immediate medical help.

Uses of Amfy Gel 15 gm

Severe fungal infections

Medicinal Benefits

Amfy Gel 15 gm contains Amphotericin B, an antifungal used to treat severe fungal infections. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents. Amfy Gel 15 gm damages fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Amfy Gel 15 gm is used to treat infections such as blood infection with candida, cryptococcus, fusarium, zygomycetes, aspergillus, coccidiodes or blastomycetes, or cryptococcal meningitis (inflammation of the brain).

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Directions for Use

Amfy Gel 15 gm is given as an intravenous (into a vein) infusion by a doctor or nurse. Do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Amfy Gel 15 gm

• Fever
• Chills
• Irregular heartbeat
• High or low blood pressure
• Breathing problems
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Headache
• Shaking
• Muscle cramps or pain

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Amfy Gel 15 gm or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Amfy Gel 15 gm. Amfy Gel 15 gm is not recommended for children below 1 month as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid driving after taking Amfy Gel 15 gm as it may affect your ability to drive. If you experience severe adverse effects such as chest pain or difficulty in breathing or encephalopathy (a brain disease which may cause you to behave strangely, confused or feel drowsy), seek immediate medical help. If you have diabetes, electrolyte imbalance (low magnesium or potassium levels in the blood), kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Amfy Gel 15 gm.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Amfy Gel 15 gm may interact with an anti-HIV drug (zidovudine), immunosuppressant (ciclosporin), antifungal (flucytosine), water pills (furosemide), anticancer drug (methotrexate).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have diabetes, electrolyte imbalance (low magnesium or potassium levels in the blood), kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Amfy Gel 15 gm.