Kabifungin

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Kabifungin Information

Kabifungin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. Other than this, Kabifungin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Kabifungin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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 can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Kabifungin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Kabifungin's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Kabifungin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Kabifungin related warnings section.

Some other conditions that can be affected by Kabifungin are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Kabifungin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Kabifungin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.



Kabifungin Benefits & Uses

Kabifungin is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Kabifungin 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


Kabifungin Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kabifungin is used -

Severe

Moderate

  • Decreased potassium level in blood

Mild

Kabifungin Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Kabifungin 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.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Kabifungin 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.

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


    There are no side effects of Kabifungin on the kidneys.

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


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

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


    You can take Kabifungin without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Kabifungin with Other Drugs

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

Severe



Kabifungin Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Kabifungin

  • Is this Kabifungin habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Kabifungin has not been reported.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Kabifungin. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Kabifungin only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, the use of Kabifungin in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Kabifungin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Kabifungin


    You can take Kabifungin with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Kabifungin


    Information about the interaction of Kabifungin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    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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