Anidulafungin Medication Information
Learn everything you need to know about Anidulafungin-pronunciation, uses, dosage guidelines, indications, and when to take or avoid it.
Get up-to-date information on side effects, precautions, warnings, and proper storage to ensure safe usage.
Explore Anidulafungin brand names commonly used in India and internationally, along with detailed pricing information. Consult your healthcare provider for tailored medical advice.
Generic Name : Anidulafungin Pronunciation : a nid yoo luh FUN jin ICD Code : Y40.7 Therapeutic Classification : AntifungalsBrand Names or Trade Names of Anidulafungin
International :
Eraxis
Why is Anidulafungin Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an antifungal agent, prescribed for candidemia and other forms of candida infections (intra-abdominal abscess and peritonitis) and esophageal candidiasis. It kills sensitive fungi. It kills sensitive fungi.When should Anidulafungin not be taken? (Contraindications)
Hypersensitivity.What is the dosage of Anidulafungin?
Candida infections- Loading Dose- The recommended dose is a single 200 on Day 1, followed by 100 mg daily dose thereafter.Esophageal candidiasis- Loading Dose- The recommended dose is a single 100 mg on Day 1, followed by 50 mg daily dose thereafter.
Patients should be treated for a minimum of 14 days and for at least 7 days following resolution of symptoms.
How should Anidulafungin be taken?
IV- It comes as a solution for injection to be administered by a healthcare provider into the vein.What are the warnings and precautions for Anidulafungin?
•♦ Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver impairment, children, bronchospasm, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Antifungal therapy should continue for at least 14 days after the last positive culture.
What are the side effects of Anidulafungin?
Most Common - Rash, hives, flushing, itching, asthma, difficulty in breathing, and low blood pressure.Blood - Decrease in platelets.
Heart - Heart block, abnormal heart rhythm, high and low blood pressure and flushing.
Eye - Eye pain, vision blurred and visual disturbances.
Gastrointestinal - Abdominal pain upper, constipation, diarrhea, indigestion, fecal incontinence, nausea and vomiting.
General - Infusion related reaction, swelling in the extremities and rigors.
Liver - Abnormal liver function tests and liver damage.
Metabolic - Increase in blood minerals.
Musculoskeletal - Back pain.
Central Nervous System - Convulsion, dizziness, and headache.
Respiratory - Cough.
Skin - Redness and increased sweating.
