Caspogin

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Caspogin Information

Caspogin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. The alternative uses of Caspogin have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Caspogin is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Caspogin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Caspogin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Caspogin is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Caspogin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Caspogin related warnings section.

Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Caspogin contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Caspogin with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Caspogin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Caspogin Benefits & Uses

Caspogin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Caspogin 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 17 mg
  • 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: 12 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Caspogin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Caspogin safe for pregnant women?


    Caspogin can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Caspogin right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Caspogin safe during breastfeeding?


    If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Caspogin. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Caspogin on the Kidneys?


    Caspogin is completely safe for kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Caspogin on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Caspogin on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Caspogin on the Heart?


    Caspogin is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Caspogin with Other Drugs

Caspogin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe



Caspogin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Caspogin

  • Is this Caspogin habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Caspogin.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Caspogin as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Caspogin should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Caspogin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Caspogin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Caspogin


    Taking Caspogin with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Caspogin


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Caspogin.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 289-290

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 790

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cancidas® (caspofungin acetate)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Caspofungin Myx™ (caspofungin acetate)

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