Micafungin Sodium

Alternate Name: Mycamine

Dosage Form: Solution Reconstituted

Administration Route: By injection

Drug Class: Antifungal

Generic Available: Yes

Strength: 50 MG

Warnings: It is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. Tell your doctor knows if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart failure, blood problems, or if you are on salt-restricted diet. This medicine may cause the following problems:Blood problems, including hemolysis and hemolytic anemiaLiver problemsKidney problemsInfusion and injection site reactions Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments. Dry mouth, increased thirst, or muscle cramps Fast, slow, or uneven heartbeat Fever, chills, cough, sore throat, and body aches Tiny red dots on the skin, especially on the lower legs Unusual bleeding or bruising, or pale skin Unusual tiredness or weakness

Food Warnings: Some medicines can affect how micafungin works. Tell your doctor if you are using itraconazole, nifedipine, or sirolimus., Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.