AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)

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AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Drug and Prescription Information

AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)

AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Medication Classification

AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection)

AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Brandname

Ambisome

AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) is used for the Treatment

Amphotericin B Liposome (am-foe-TER-i-sin B LYE-poh-some) Treats infections caused by a fungus or parasite.

When To Not Use AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)

You should not receive this medicine if you have ever had an allergic reaction to amphotericin B.

How Should You Use AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)

Injectable

• Your doctor will prescribe your exact dose and tell you how often it should be given. This medicine is given through a needle placed in one of your veins.
• This medicine is given slowly, so your IV needle will usually need to stay in place for 1 to 2 hours.
• A nurse or other trained health professional will give you this medicine. It may also be given by a home health caregiver.
• Never share your medicine with anyone.
If a dose is missed:
• This medicine needs to be given on a fixed schedule. If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, call your doctor, home healthcare provider, or pharmacist for instructions.

Proper AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Storage

Store AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture unless otherwise stated by manufacturer's instructions or labelling. Keep AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) and all medications out of the reach of children.

What To Avoid While Using AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable)

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are also using other antifungal medicines (such as Ancobon®, Nizoral®, or Monistat®), cancer medicines, corticosteroids (such as prednisone or cortisone), corticotropin (ACTH), digoxin (Lanoxin®), or muscle relaxants.

AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Warnings

• Make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Your doctor may want to do lab tests while you are receiving this medicine, to check for unwanted effects. Be sure to keep all appointments.

AMPHOTERICIN B LIPOSOME (Injection) (Injectable) Side Effects

Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:

• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in face or hands, swelling or tingling in the mouth or throat, tightness in chest, trouble breathing
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Fever and chills or shaking
• Severe nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea
• Trouble breathing
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
If you notice these less serious side effects, talk with your doctor:
• Headache
• Mild nausea or upset stomach, diarrhea
• Swelling, pain, or redness where the IV needle is placed