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Micafex 150 mg Injection 1's

Micafex 150 mg Injection 1's

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Synonym

MICAFUNGIN SODIUM

Composition

MICAFUNGIN-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer

Zymes Bioscience Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

PARENTERAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Micafex 150 mg Injection

Micafex 150 mg Injection belongs to the group of medicines called anti-fungal agents indicated in the treatment of fungal infections caused by fungal or yeast cells called Candida. It is effective in treating systemic infections (those that have penetrated within the body).

Micafex 150 mg Injection contains Micafungin, which works by interfering with the production of a part of the fungal cell wall that is necessary for the fungus to survive and grow. Thereby, it helps treat fungal infections.

In some cases, Micafex 150 mg Injection may cause injection site reactions, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Micafex 150 mg Injection. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Uses of Micafex 150 mg Injection

Treatment of Fungal infections

Medicinal Benefits

Micafex 150 mg Injection contains Micafungin, which belongs to the group of medicines called anti-fungal agents indicated in the treatment of fungal infections caused by fungal or yeast cells called Candida. It is effective in treating systemic infections (those that have penetrated within the body). Micafex 150 mg Injection interferes with the production of a part of the fungal cell wall that is necessary for the fungus to survive and grow. Thereby, it helps treat fungal infections.

Directions for Use

Micafex 150 mg 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 Micafex 150 mg Injection

  • Injection site reactions
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Diarrhoea
  • Decreased potassium, magnesium or calcium levels
  • Fever

Drug Warnings

Do not use Micafex 150 mg Injection if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have/had haemolytic anaemia (anaemia due to the breakdown of red blood cells), kidney problems like kidney failure or abnormal kidney function, haemolysis (breakdown of red blood cells), liver problems such as liver failure, hepatitis or abnormal liver function tests. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. This medicine may cause severe inflammation/eruption of the skin and mucous membranes (Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis).

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform the doctor if you are taking an immunosuppressant (sirolimus), anti-fungal (itraconazole), antibiotic (amphotericin B desoxycholate), calcium channel blocker (nifedipine).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform the doctor if you have haemolytic anaemia, kidney or liver problems, or haemolysis.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • SIROLIMUS
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • AMPHOTERICIN B
  • NIFEDIPINE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Eat a balanced diet and maintain a healthy weight.
  • Follow a low-sugar diet.
  • A diet supporting gut health may help prevent infections.
  • Include fresh fruits, vegetables and good fats.
  • Avoid gluten, alcohol, and certain dairy products.

Special Advise

  • The doctor may advise liver function tests during treatment.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal infection: Fungal infection, also known as mycosis, is a disease caused by fungus. The fungi may invade the tissues and cause a disease confined to the skin, spread into the tissue, organs and bones, or affect the whole body. Symptoms include fatigue, headache, muscle or joint pain, itchy or scaly skin, weight loss, chest pain, and night sweats.

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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known whether Micafex 150 mg Injection interacts with alcohol. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant. It should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Micafex 150 mg Injection can be administered to lactating mothers.

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Driving

Caution

Micafex 150 mg Injection is unlikely to have an effect on driving. However, some people may experience dizziness. Drive or operate machinery only if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

If you have a history of liver problems, inform the doctor before receiving Micafex 150 mg Injection.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have a history of kidney problems, inform the doctor before receiving Micafex 150 mg Injection.

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Children

Caution

Please consult the doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Micafex 150 mg Injection in children.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

B-20, 2Nd Floor, Ii Phase, Okhla Industrial Estate, New Delhi, Delhi 110020
Other Info - MIC0481

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FAQs

Micafex 150 mg Injection is used to treat Fungal infections.
Micafex 150 mg Injection works by causing defects in the fungal cell wall, making them unable to live and grow. Thereby, it helps treat fungal infections.
Micafex 150 mg Injection may cause abnormal blood tests (decreased white/red blood cells and platelets), abnormal liver function tests (increased alkaline phosphatase, increased alanine aminotransferase, increased aspartate aminotransferase) or abnormal kidney function tests (increased urea in the blood, increased blood creatinine). If you are undergoing any tests, inform the doctor that you are on treatment with Micafex 150 mg Injection.
The efficacy of Micafex 150 mg Injection against infections caused by fungi other than Candida has not been established. Consult the doctor if you have any concerns.

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