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Kabifungin 50 Injection is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. Other than this, Kabifungin 50 Injection has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Kabifungin 50 Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kabifungin 50 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Kabifungin 50 Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Kabifungin 50 Injection is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Kabifungin 50 Injection related warnings talks about Kabifungin 50 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Kabifungin 50 Injection contraindications section.
Besides this, Kabifungin 50 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Kabifungin 50 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Kabifungin 50 Injection is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Kabifungin 50 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Kabifungin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Kabifungin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Kabifungin 50 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Kabifungin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Kabifungin 50 Injection on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Kabifungin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kabifungin 50 Injection on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Kabifungin on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Kabifungin 50 Injection on the Heart?
You can take Kabifungin without any fear of damage to the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kabifungin 50 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kabifungin 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Kabifungin 50 Injection has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Kabifungin 50 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Kabifungin 50 Injection only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Kabifungin 50 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Kabifungin 50 Injection
You can take Kabifungin 50 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kabifungin 50 Injection
Information about the interaction of Kabifungin 50 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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