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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Dec 7, 2024 | 2:19 PM IST

Anidulan 100 Injection is used to treat invasive candidiasis (a type of fungal infection). It contains Anidulafungin, which works by preventing the normal development of fungal cell walls by making them fragile or unable to grow. Thus, it kills fungus and helps to treat fungal infections. Common side effects of this medication may include nausea, diarrhoea, hypokalaemia (low blood potassium), headache, vomiting, or difficulty breathing.

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Manufacturer/Marketer

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-27

for this medicine

About Anidulan 100 Injection

Anidulan 100 Injection belongs to the class of medicines called antifungals used to treat invasive candidiasis. Invasive candidiasis is a type of fungal infection of the blood or other internal organs caused by yeast (a type of fungus) called Candida. 

Anidulan 100 Injection contains Anidulafungin, which works by preventing the normal development of fungal cell walls by making them fragile or unable to grow. Thus, Anidulan 100 Injection kills fungus and helps to treat fungal infection.

Anidulan 100 Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer. Anidulan 100 Injection may cause common side effects such as nausea, diarrhoea, hypokalaemia (low blood potassium), headache, vomiting, or difficulty breathing. Most of these side effects of Anidulan 100 Injection gradually resolve over time and do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

Please tell your doctor if you are allergic to Anidulafungin, caspofungin, or any other medicines. Anidulan 100 Injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are of childbearing age, effective contraception should be used. If you are a nursing mother, take your doctor’s advice before receiving Anidulan 100 Injection.

Uses of Anidulan 100 Injection

Treatment of Invasive candidiasis

Medicinal Benefits

Anidulan 100 Injection contains Anidulafungin, an antifungal drug which prevents the normal development of fungal cell walls by making them fragile or unable to grow. Thus, Anidulan 100 Injection kills fungus and helps to treat fungal infections of blood or other internal organs.

Directions for Use

Anidulan 100 Injection will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Anidulan 100 Injection

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhoea
  • Hypokalaemia (low blood potassium)
  • Headache
  • Vomiting
  • Difficulty breathing

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Anidulafungin, caspofungin or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Anidulan 100 Injection is not recommended for use during pregnancy. If you are of childbearing age, effective contraception should be used. If you are a nursing mother, take your doctor’s advice before receiving Anidulan 100 Injection. If you develop liver problems during your treatment with Anidulan 100 Injection, your doctor may monitor you more closely for liver function.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription and non-prescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: No interactions found.

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep your hands clean.
  • Look for signs of early infection, such as pain or redness where a catheter or IV enters your body.
  • Be sure that anyone who touches you washes their hands first, including healthcare workers, as washing hands can prevent the spread of germs.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Invasive candidiasis: It is a type of serious fungal infection that can affect blood, brain, heart, bones, eyes, and other parts of the body. It is caused by yeast (a type of fungus) called Candida. The most common symptoms include fever and chills that do not improve after antibiotic treatment for suspected bacterial infections. Other symptoms can develop if the infection spreads to other parts of the body, such as the brain, heart, bones, eyes, or joints.

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Alcohol

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The interaction of alcohol with Anidulan 100 Injection is unknown. If you have any concerns regarding this, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Consult your doctor

It is unknown how Anidulan 100 Injection affects pregnant women. Therefore, it is not recommended for use during pregnancy. However, if you are pregnant or planning pregnancy, inform your doctor before receiving Anidulan 100 Injection.

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Breast Feeding

Consult your doctor

It is unknown how Anidulan 100 Injection affects breastfeeding women. Therefore, take your doctor’s advice before receiving Anidulan 100 Injection while breast-feeding.

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Driving

Caution

The effect of Anidulan 100 Injection on driving is unknown. Drive only if you are alert after taking Anidulan 100 Injection.

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Liver

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Anidulan 100 Injection in patients with liver problems, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Kidney

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If you have any concerns regarding the use of Anidulan 100 Injection in patients with kidney problems, please discuss them with your doctor.

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Children

Consult your doctor

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Anidulan 100 Injection for children, please consult a doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Mylan Pharmaceuticals Private Limited , Commercial Operations , Prestige Tech Park,Platina-3, 7Th To 12Th Floor, Prestige Tech Park, Kadubesanahalli, Bangalore -560103.
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FAQs

Anidulan 100 Injection is used to treat Invasive candidiasis.
Anidulan 100 Injection contains Anidulafungin, which works by preventing the normal development of fungal cell walls by making them fragile or unable to grow. Thus, Anidulan 100 Injection kills fungus and helps to treat fungal infections of blood or other internal organs.
Invasive candidiasis is not contagious. However, the yeast itself can travel from person to person and on surfaces. It can be spread through healthcare workers' hands or contaminated medical devices.
Anidulan 100 Injection may cause headache as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult a doctor.
The common side effect of Anidulan 100 Injection nausea, diarrhoea, hypokalaemia (low blood potassium), headache, vomiting, or difficulty breathing. Most of these side effects of Anidulan 100 Injection gradually resolve over time and do not require medical attention. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

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