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Ambisome Drug Center

What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Ambisome Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

AmBisome®
  (amphotericin B) Structural Formula Illustration

AmBisome is indicated for the following:

  • Empirical therapy for presumed fungal infection in febrile, neutropenic patients.
  • Treatment of Cryptococcal Meningitis in HIV infected patients (see Description Of Clinical Studies).
  • Treatment of patients with Aspergillus species, Candida species and/or Cryptococcus species infections (see above for the treatment of Cryptococcal Meningitis) refractory to amphotericin B deoxycholate, or in patients where renal impairment or unacceptable toxicity preclude...

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Ambisome Patient Information: Side Effects

Some people receiving an amphotericin B liposomal injection have had a reaction to the infusion (either when the medicine is injected into the vein or within 1 to 3 hours afterward). Tell your caregiver right away if you feel dizzy, nauseated, light-headed, sweaty, feverish or cold, or if you have a slow heartbeat, chest tightness, or trouble breathing.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Tell your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side e...

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Ambisome Consumer Information: Uses

This medication is used to treat a variety of serious fungal infections. It is often used in patients who cannot tolerate or who do not respond to the regular amphotericin treatment. It works by stopping the growth of fungi.

HOW TO USE: This medication is usually given by injection into a vein as directed by your doctor, usually once a day. It should be injected slowly over 2 hours. Dosage is based on your medical condition, weight, and response to therapy.

If you are giving this medication to yourself at home, learn all preparation and usage ins...

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What is Ambisome Consumer Information?

Warnings - Uses - How to Use - Side Effects - Precautions - Drug Interactions and More

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