Ampho B Information
Ampho B is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Secondary and off-label uses of Ampho B have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ampho B depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Ampho B also has some side effects, the most common being Nausea or vomiting, Fever, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ampho B can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ampho B are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Ampho B's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Mild for lactating mothers. In addition, Ampho B's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Ampho B related warnings section.
The section on Ampho B contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Ampho B may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Ampho B is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ampho B Benefits & Uses
Ampho B 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
Ampho B 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 |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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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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Ampho B Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Ampho B is used -
Mild
- Chills
Common
- Nausea or vomiting
- Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
- Headache
- Irregular heartbeat
Ampho B Related Warnings
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Is the use of Ampho B safe for pregnant women?
Ampho B has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ampho B without medical advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Ampho B safe during breastfeeding?
Side effects of Ampho B on breastfeeding women are very mild.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ampho B on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Ampho B on kidney have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Ampho B on the Liver?
In the absence of any scientific study on the side effects of Ampho B on the liver, information on safety of Ampho B for liver is unavailable.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Ampho B on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Ampho B on the heart have been reported.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Ampho B with Other Drugs
Ampho B should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Ampho B Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Ampho B unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Anemia
- Kidney Disease
- Dehydration
Frequently asked Questions about Ampho B
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Is this Ampho B habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Ampho B.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Ampho B as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ampho B only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Ampho B for mental disorders.
No
Ampho B Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Ampho B
Information is not available on the interaction of any foods with Ampho B, due to a lack of research on this.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Ampho B
Information about the interaction of Ampho B and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Unknown
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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
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
