Micagin 50 IV Infusion50mg
Rx- Generic:
- Micafungin Sodium
- Company:
- Incepta Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Iv Infusion
- Pack size:
- Vial
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At a glance
Micafungin Sodium is an antifungal drug used for treatment of Candida infections and prophylaxis in stem cell transplant patients.
Indications
- Treatment of Candidemia and Acute Disseminated Candidiasis
- Treatment of Esophageal Candidiasis
- Prophylaxis of Candida Infections in Hematopoietic Stem Cell Transplant Patients
Dosage
Adults and Children ≥4 months:
- Invasive Candidiasis: >40 kg: 100 mg/day; ≤40 kg: 2 mg/kg/day
- Esophageal Candidiasis (≥16 years): >40 kg: 150 mg/day; ≤40 kg: 3 mg/kg/day
- Prophylaxis: >40 kg: 50 mg/day; ≤40 kg: 1 mg/kg/day
Children <4 months:
- Invasive Candidiasis: 4-10 mg/kg/day
- Prophylaxis: 2 mg/kg/day
No loading dose required.
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Pyrexia
- Hypokalemia
- Thrombocytopenia
- Headache
Histamine-mediated Reactions:
- Rash and pruritus
- Facial swelling
- Vasodilation
Precautions & warnings
- Discontinue if anaphylaxis occurs
- Monitor for intravascular hemolysis and hemolytic anemia
- Monitor liver function test abnormalities
- Caution in renal dysfunction
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.