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Ambilon 50mg Injection
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Product introduction
Ambilon 50mg Injection is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of severe fungal infections and leishmaniasis. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This way it helps treat the condition.
Ambilon 50mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Ambilon 50mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Uses of Ambilon Injection
- Treatment of Severe fungal infections
- Treatment of Leishmaniasis.
Benefits of Ambilon Injection
In Treatment of Severe fungal infections
Ambilon 50mg Injection works by killing the fungi which can cause serious infections. It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. It usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the fungi and yeast causing the infection are killed and do not become resistant.
In Treatment of Leishmaniasis.
Ambilon 50mg Injection is an antibiotic medicine and is used to treat Leishmaniasis, also called kala-azar, a serious or life-threatening illness that is spread by a parasite that enters the human body by the bite of infected sand flies. It kills the infection causing parasite and stops further spread of the infection. This medicine is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. Refrain from taking any other medicines along with this medicine (unless advised by the doctor) as they may affect the absorption of this medicine. Do not use this medicine for treating any other condition without consulting your doctor.
Side effects of Ambilon Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Ambilon
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Chills
- Fever
How to use Ambilon Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ambilon 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ambilon 50mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ambilon 50mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Ambilon 50mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Ambilon 50mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Ambilon 50mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Ambilon 50mg Injection in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
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Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminoglycosides {Polyenes}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal cell membrane active agent
Patient concerns
FAQs
How is Ambilon 50mg Injection administered?
Ambilon 50mg Injection should be administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Ambilon 50mg Injection.
Is Ambilon 50mg Injection fungistatic or fungicidal?
Ambilon 50mg Injection is fungicidal in nature, which means it acts by killing the fungus.
What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Ambilon 50mg Injection?
Before starting treatment with Ambilon 50mg Injection, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Is Ambilon 50mg Injection an antibiotic?
Yes, Ambilon 50mg Injection is an antifungal antibiotic for the treatment of infections caused by fungi like fungal infections of one or more deep organs of the body, suspected fungal infections in patients with a raised temperature and neutropenia (reduced number of white blood cells and Visceral leishmaniasis (an infectious disease caused by a parasite).
Is Ambilon 50mg Injection testing dose needed?
Yes, administration of Ambilon 50mg Injection is associated with allergic reaction (severe and serious allergic), therefore it is recommended to administer a testing dose before starting the treatment to check for any sensitivity to the medicine.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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- Bennett JE. Antifungal Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1571-75.
- Robertson DB, Maibach HI. Dermatologic Pharmacology. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 1052.
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Address: Plot No 264, Patrika Nagar Madhapur, Hitech City Hyderabad, Telangana India - 500081
Country of origin: India
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