Introduction to Bdcaspo 70mg Injection
Bdcaspo 70mg injection is an antifungal with an active ingredient called Caspofungin Acetate. It is used in the treatment of candidemia, esophageal candidiasis, other Candida infections, and aspergillosis, which is a fungal infection in the lungs.
Bdcaspo 70mg injection should not be consumed if you are allergic to Caspofungin Acetate or any of its ingredients in the medication. If you have a history of liver problems, your dosage of Caspofungin may need to be adjusted. Inform your healthcare provider if you are currently taking cyclosporin, a medication used to prevent organ transplant rejection or suppress the immune system, as extra blood tests may be necessary during your treatment.
Avoid taking Bdcaspo 70mg injection if you have uncontrolled bleeding or severely impaired liver function. Notify your doctor if you have an increased risk of bleeding and recently had injections or infusions of other anticoagulants such as heparin. This medicine is not advised to use in children under 18 years old. Before taking the medicine, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to get pregnant, or think you may be pregnant or are breastfeeding. Notify your doctor if you have or have had a history of any disease.
Therapeutic Effects of Bdcaspo 70mg Injection
Caspofungin works by weakening fungal cells and inhibiting their growth, preventing the spread of infection. This allows the body’s natural defenses to effectively eliminate the infection.
Interaction of Bdcaspo 70mg Injection with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Bdcaspo 70mg injection and can cause undesirable side effects.
More Information about Bdcaspo 70mg Injection
- Keep out of sight and reach of pets and children.
- Do not freeze the medicine.
- Store at 2°C -8°C.
- Always check the expiry date before consuming it.
How to consume Bdcaspo 70mg Injection
Bdcaspo 70mg injection will be administered to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It is usually administered in a vein (intravenous). Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration, and frequency based on your disease condition and other factors.
Safety Advices for Bdcaspo 70mg Injection
Pregnancy
Limited information is available on the use of Bdcaspo 70mg injection during pregnancy. Notify your healthcare professional if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby think you may be pregnant.
Breast Feeding
Taking Bdcaspo 70mg injection while breastfeeding is unsafe because it may affect the child. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Bdcaspo 70mg injection is safe for patients with lung problems. Notify your physician if you have any lung disease before starting the treatment. Contact your doctor if you experience any lung-related symptoms.
Liver
Bdcaspo 70mg injection should be used cautiously in patients with liver conditions. Before starting the treatment, inform your physician about pre-existing liver conditions. Your doctor will adjust the dose if needed.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Bdcaspo 70mg injection. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
Based on available information Bdcaspo 70mg injection does not appear to impair your ability to drive or operate machinery,
Side Effects of Bdcaspo 70mg Injection
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medical treatment. Although all medicines can cause side effects, everyone will not get them.
Serious
- Hypersensitivity
- An abnormal rise in liver enzymes
Common
- Inflammation of the vein
- Itching at the injection site
- Headache
- Shortness of breath
- Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea
- Joint pain
- Chills, fever
- Decreased albumin (type of protein)
- Low potassium levels in blood
- Decreased hemoglobin (oxygen carrying substance)
- Decreased white blood cells