Casponex

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Casponex Information

Casponex, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. Casponex also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Casponex is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Casponex as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Casponex are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Casponex's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Casponex has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Casponex related warnings section.

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

Drug interactions for Casponex have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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


Casponex Benefits & Uses

Casponex is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Casponex 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

Casponex Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Casponex safe for pregnant women?


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

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Casponex safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Casponex. Immediately discontinue Casponex if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Casponex on the Kidneys?


    Using Casponex does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Casponex on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Casponex on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Casponex on the Heart?


    There are no any side effects of Casponex for the heart.

    Safe

Severe Interaction of Casponex with Other Drugs

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

Severe


Casponex Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Casponex

  • Is this Casponex habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Casponex.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Casponex. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Casponex is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    Casponex is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Casponex Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Casponex


    You can take Casponex with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Casponex


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Casponex and alcohol. No research has been done on this 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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