Ampholyn

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Ampholyn Information

Ampholyn is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections. Other than this, Ampholyn has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Ampholyn is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Ampholyn include Nausea or vomiting, Fever, Headache. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ampholyn can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Ampholyn normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Ampholyn's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Mild while nursing. Warnings related to Ampholyn's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

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

Additionally, Ampholyn may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

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



Ampholyn Benefits & Uses

Ampholyn is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ampholyn 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: 0.5 mg/kg
  • 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: 1 mg/kg
  • 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: 0.5 mg/kg
  • 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: 0.5 mg/kg
  • 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: 1 mg/kg
  • 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: 1 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Ampholyn Side Effects

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

Mild

  • Chills

Common

Ampholyn Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ampholyn safe for pregnant women?


    Ampholyn can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Ampholyn safe during breastfeeding?


    Breastfeeding women can take Ampholyn as it bears very minor side effects for them.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ampholyn on the Kidneys?


    Ampholyn may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Ampholyn on the Liver?


    So far, no research has been carried out on the effects of Ampholyn on the liver. So it is not known whether taking Ampholyn will affect the liver or not.

    Unknown
  • What is the effect of Ampholyn on the Heart?


    Ampholyn has very mild side effects on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Ampholyn with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Ampholyn Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Ampholyn

  • Is this Ampholyn habit forming or addictive?


    Ampholyn does not cause addiction.

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


    After taking Ampholyn you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Ampholyn is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Ampholyn for mental disorders.

    No

Ampholyn Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ampholyn


    There is no information on the effects of taking Ampholyn with food, because this topic has not been scientifically researched yet.

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ampholyn


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Ampholyn with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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

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