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In this Article

• What is anidulafungin (Eraxis)?
• What are the possible side effects of anidulafungin (Eraxis)?
• What is the most important information I should know about anidulafungin (Eraxis)?
• What should I discuss with my health care provider before using anidulafungin (Eraxis)?
• How is anidulafungin given (Eraxis)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Eraxis)?
• What happens if I overdose (Eraxis)?
• What should I avoid while using anidulafungin (Eraxis)?
• What other drugs will affect anidulafungin (Eraxis)?
• Where can I get more information?

What should I discuss with my health care provider before using anidulafungin (Eraxis)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to anidulafungin, or have certain conditions. Be sure your doctor knows if you have:

Before using anidulafungin, tell your doctor if you have liver disease. You may need a dosage adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether anidulafungin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is anidulafungin given (Eraxis)?

Use anidulafungin exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Anidulafungin is given as an injection into a vein. Your doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider will give you this injection. You may be shown how to use your medicine at home. Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used in giving the medicine.

Use each disposable needle only one time. Throw away used needles in a puncture-proof container (ask your pharmacist where you can get one and how to dispose of it). Keep this container out of the reach of children and pets.

Use this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated.

Store anidulafungin at room temperature away from heat. Do not freeze.

After the medicine has been mixed, you must use it within 24 hours.