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Kabifungin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. Other than this, Kabifungin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Kabifungin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kabifungin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Kabifungin normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Kabifungin's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. It is important to know if Kabifungin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Kabifungin related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Kabifungin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Kabifungin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Kabifungin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Kabifungin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Kabifungin safe for pregnant women?
Kabifungin may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Kabifungin again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Kabifungin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Kabifungin. Immediately discontinue Kabifungin if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Kabifungin on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Kabifungin on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Kabifungin on the Liver?
Side effects of Kabifungin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Kabifungin on the Heart?
You can take Kabifungin without any fear of damage to the heart.
Kabifungin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Kabifungin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kabifungin habit forming or addictive?
Kabifungin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Kabifungin you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Kabifungin only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kabifungin cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kabifungin
You can take Kabifungin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kabifungin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Kabifungin.
This medicine data has been created by -
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)
