Caspercid 50 Mg Injection

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Caspercid 50 Mg Injection Information

Caspercid 50 Mg Injection, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Caspercid 50 Mg Injection also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Caspercid 50 Mg Injection has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Moderate effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Caspercid 50 Mg Injection related warnings talks about Caspercid 50 Mg Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Other contraindications of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Caspercid 50 Mg Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Caspercid 50 Mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Caspercid 50 Mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Caspercid 50 Mg Injection 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 70 mg
  • 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: 17 mg
  • 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: 12 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 2 weeks
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Caspercid 50 Mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Caspercid 50 Mg Injection is used -

Severe

Moderate

  • Decreased potassium level in blood

Mild

Caspercid 50 Mg Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Caspercid can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection on the Kidneys?


    Using Caspercid does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection on the Liver?


    Caspercid has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection on the Heart?


    Caspercid is completely safe for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection with Other Drugs

Caspercid 50 Mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe


Caspercid 50 Mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Caspercid 50 Mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -


Frequently asked Questions about Caspercid 50 Mg Injection

  • Is this Caspercid 50 Mg Injection habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Caspercid 50 Mg Injection is addictive.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Caspercid 50 Mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Caspercid 50 Mg Injection only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Caspercid 50 Mg Injection is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Caspercid 50 Mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Caspercid 50 Mg Injection


    Taking Caspercid 50 Mg Injection with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Caspercid 50 Mg Injection


    Information about the interaction of Caspercid 50 Mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 289-290

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 790

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cancidas® (caspofungin acetate)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Caspofungin Myx™ (caspofungin acetate)

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