
Dulaedge 100mg Injection
Manufacturer
Abbott
Salt Composition
Anidulafungin (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Dulaedge 100mg Injection is an antifungal medication used to treat severe fungal infections.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Dulaedge 100mg Injection is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your liver function should be monitored regularly during treatment. It may lead to a few common side effects like decreased potassium levels in the blood, nausea, diarrhea, headache, and vomiting. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dulaedge 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Dulaedge 100mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Dulaedge 100mg Injection is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
How it works
Dulaedge 100mg Injection kills fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.
Quick Tips
Dulaedge 100mg Injection is given as a slow injection into the veins 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.
Frequently asked questions
What is Dulaedge 100mg Injection used for?
Dulaedge 100mg Injection is prescribed for the treatment of invasive fungal infections, such as those affecting the bloodstream (bloodstream-associated candidaemia) or other internal organs caused by Candida species.