Caspogard 50mg Injection is an antifungal medication. It is used in the treatment of severe fungal infections. It kills the fungi that cause these infections and thus provides relief.

Caspogard 50mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections

Uses of Caspogard Injection

Severe fungal infections

Benefits of Caspogard Injection

In Severe fungal infections

Caspogard 50mg Injection works by killing the fungi which can cause serious infections. It is given by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered. It usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the fungi and yeast causing the infection are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Caspogard Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Caspogard

Chills
Decreased potassium level in blood
Diarrhea
Fever
Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood
Increased liver enzymes
Rash

How to use Caspogard Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Caspogard 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Caspogard 50mg Injection may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Caspogard 50mg Injection is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Driving

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Caspogard 50mg Injection alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Caspogard 50mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Caspogard 50mg Injection is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Caspogard 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Caspogard 50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Caspogard 50mg Injection in patients with the severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

Caspogard 50mg Injection is given as a slow drip into vein (IV infusion) under the supervision of a doctor.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Your doctor may check your liver function regularly. Inform your doctor if you develop abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin (jaundice).
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Echinocandins

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OTHERS

Action Class

Fungal cell wall synthesis inhibitor (Echiocandins)

Patient concerns

I have been experiencing fungal infections, I develop rings and rashes and they all itch like anything. I formed scars because of it. I have been taking Grisovin FP 250 mg however as long I take it I am relieved, even if I miss it for 1 day I start getting fungus back. On top of that Grisovin FP is difficult to find now, please suggest.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

You are having fungal infections severe, you need to change the medicine by skin specialistCan b prescribed under supervisionMeanwhile apply onabet cream twice a day

Medicine for fungal infections.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

There is hundred type of fungal infectionFrom which you sufferBetter visit clinic for proper examination

FAQs

What is Caspogard 50mg Injection used to treat?

Caspogard 50mg Injection is used to treat serious fungal as well as yeast infections in the blood, stomach, lungs, and food pipe (esophagus).

Is Caspogard 50mg Injection an antibiotic?

Yes, Caspogard 50mg Injection is an antifungal antibiotic. It kills the fungi and yeast causing serious infections and helps in clearing the infection.

How is Caspogard 50mg Injection administered?

Caspogard 50mg Injection should be administered as an injection into a vein under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor only usually once a day. It should be injected slowly over 1 hour and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Caspogard 50mg Injection.

What does Caspogard 50mg Injection target?

Caspogard 50mg Injection targets an essential component of the outermost layer (cell wall) of the fungus, called beta-(1,3)-D-glucan. This component is present in the Aspergillus species and Candida species but not present in mammalian cells. Caspogard 50mg Injection stops the synthesis of this component and this kills the fungus, inhibits further growth, thereby clearing the infection.

Is Caspogard 50mg Injection effective?

Caspogard 50mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Caspogard 50mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

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Caspogard 50mg Injection

Product introduction

Uses of Caspogard Injection

Benefits of Caspogard Injection

In Severe fungal infections

Side effects of Caspogard Injection

Common side effects of Caspogard

How to use Caspogard Injection

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

FAQs

What is Caspogard 50mg Injection used to treat?

Is Caspogard 50mg Injection an antibiotic?

How is Caspogard 50mg Injection administered?

What does Caspogard 50mg Injection target?

Is Caspogard 50mg Injection effective?

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