Mycamine Information

Mycamine is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Mycamine also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Mycamine. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Mycamine also has some side effects, the most common being Decreased potassium level in blood, Decreased Calcium Level. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Mycamine can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Mycamine are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Mycamine is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Mycamine related warnings talks about Mycamine's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

The section on Mycamine contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Mycamine have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Mycamine, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Mycamine Benefits & Uses
Mycamine Dosage & How to Take
Mycamine Side Effects
Mycamine Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Mycamine with Other Drugs
Mycamine Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Mycamine
Mycamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Mycamine Benefits & Uses

Mycamine is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Other Benefits

Candidal Infection

Mycamine 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: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor 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: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor 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: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor 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: 1 mg/kg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: dose should be given to above 4 months old

Mycamine Related Warnings

Is the use of Mycamine safe for pregnant women?

Mycamine can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Mycamine, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Mycamine safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Mycamine. Immediately discontinue Mycamine if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mycamine on the Kidneys?

Mycamine rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Mycamine on the Liver?

Side effects of Mycamine rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Mycamine on the Heart?

Using Mycamine does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Mycamine with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Cyclosporin

Itraconazole

Nifedipine

Tacrolimus

Mycamine Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Jaundice

Frequently asked Questions about Mycamine

Is this Mycamine habit forming or addictive?

Mycamine is not addictive in nature.

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

Mycamine will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

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

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

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

No

Mycamine Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mycamine

Taking Mycamine with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mycamine

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

Unknown