Amphotericin B Liposome (By injection)
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Treats infections caused by a fungus or parasite.
Drug classes
Antifungal, Antiprotozoal (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Amphotericin B liposomal complex is an antifungal and an antiprotozoal medicine. It is used to help the body overcome serious infections caused by fungus or protozoa.
This medicine is available only with your doctor’s prescription.
Other uses (PubMed Health)
How To Use
Injectable
Your doctor will prescribe your dose and schedule. This medicine is given through a needle placed in a vein. The medicine is given slowly, so the IV needle will usually need to stay in place for 1 to 2 hours.
A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Missed dose: You must use this medicine on a fixed schedule. Call your doctor or pharmacist if you miss a dose.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Some medicines can affect how amphotericin B works. Tell your doctor if you are taking any of the following:
Cancer medicine Corticosteroid medicine, such as prednisone or cortisone Corticotropin Digoxin Muscle relaxants Other antifungal medicineWhen Not To Use
This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not receive it if you had an allergic reaction to amphotericin B.
Warnings
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Your doctor may want to do lab tests while you are receiving this medicine. Keep all appointments.
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.
Possible side effects
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Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
Change in how much or how often you urinate
Fast or irregular heartbeat
Fever and chills or shaking
Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
Trouble breathing
Unusual tiredness or weakness
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Mild nausea or upset stomach, diarrhea
Swelling, pain, or redness where the IV needle is placed
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by this medicine, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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Brand names include
Ambisome
There may be other brand names for this medicine.