Micafungin (By injection)
mye-ka-FUN-jin
Treats an infection caused by the Candida fungus. Also prevents Candida infection in people undergoing stem cell transplant.
Drug classes
Antifungal (About this – PubMed Health)
Uses
Uses of This Medicine
Micafungin injection is used to help the body overcome serious fungus infections, such as candidemia, acute disseminated candidiasis, candida peritonitis and abscess, and esophageal candidiasis. Micafungin is also used to prevent candida infections in patients having a stem cell transplant. .
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. This medicine is given slowly, so the needle will have to remain in place for at least 1 hour.
A nurse or other health provider will give you this medicine.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using itraconazole (Sporanox®), nifedipine (Adalat®, Procardia®), or sirolimus (Rapamune®).
When Not To Use
You should not receive this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to micafungin or similar medicines, such as anidulafungin (Eraxis™) or caspofungin (Cancidas®).
Warnings
Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, or a blood disorder (such as anemia).
Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.
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
Blistering, peeling, or red skin rash
Change in how much or how often you urinate
Dark-colored urine or pale stools, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, pain in your upper stomach, yellow skin or eyes
Dry mouth, increased thirst, or muscle cramps
Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat
Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches
Tiny red dots on the skin, especially on the lower legs
Unusual bleeding or bruising, or pale skin
Unusual tiredness or weakness
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
Mild nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation
Pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the 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
Mycamine, NovaPlus Mycamine
There may be other brand names for this medicine.