Micedge 50mg Injection (Micafungin 50mg)

Micedge 50mg Injection

Micedge 50Mg Injection helps in the treatment of certain kinds of infections caused by fungi. In case patients seeking stem cell transplantation, the drug is given to prevent the onset of fungal infections. The drug effectively kills the fungi that has infested the body, thus curing related infections.

Some medical conditions may hinder the effectiveness of the drug, thus tell your medical practitioner if you have kidney problems, HIV, cancer or a weak immune system.

Also give him a list of all the medicines that you are taking currently. Ensure that you include prescription drugs as well as over the counter medicines you are taking.

The drug is administered through an injection. It should not be used if the bottle is cracked or the solution is discolored. Also make sure that you do not reuse the syringe or needle and dispose it properly. In case you miss a dose, inform your doctor as soon as possible.

Some side effects of the drug include welts, nightmares, shivering, pale or discolored skin, cold sweats, depression and problems with speech.

If these symptoms continue to persist or tend to worsen, make sure that you seek medical help right away.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

Side Effects

Headache

Nausea

Vomiting

Decreased Potassium Level In Blood

Abdominal Pain

Decreased White Blood Cell Count

Decreased Calcium Level

Fever

Increased Liver Enzymes

Increased Haemoglobin In The Blood

Anemia

Decreased Magnesium Level In Blood

Diarrhoea

Rigors

Inflammation Of A Vein

Dosage

Are there any missed dose instructions?

If you miss a dose of Micafungin, please consult your doctor.

work

This medication contains active constituent that destroys fungi. It belongs to a group of drugs called echinocandins which is a class of antifungal compounds. This drug works by blocking the synthesis of 1, 3-beta-D-glucan, an important part of the fungal cell wall.