Guficap 50mg Injection
Manufacturer
Gufic Bioscience Ltd
Salt Composition
Caspofungin (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Guficap 50mg Injection is an antifungal medication used to treat severe fungal infections.
Dosage Form
Injection
Introduction
Guficap 50mg Injection is an antifungal medication used to treat severe fungal infections. It kills the fungi that cause these infections and thus provides relief.
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 Guficap 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Guficap 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.
Pregnancy Warning
Guficap 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.
Interacting Medicines
Carbamazepine Efavirenz Fosphenytoin Nevirapine
How it works
Guficap 50mg Injection kills fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.
Quick Tips
Guficap 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.
Frequently asked questions
What conditions does Guficap 50mg Injection treat?
Guficap 50mg Injection is used to treat serious fungal as well as yeast infections in the blood, stomach, lungs, and food pipe (esophagus).
Is Guficap 50mg Injection classified as an antibiotic?
Yes, Guficap 50mg Injection is an antifungal agent that belongs to the class of antibiotics known as antifungals. It kills the fungi and yeast causing serious infections and helps in clearing the infection.
How should Guficap 50mg Injection be administered?
Guficap 50mg Injection should be given as an injection into a vein under the close supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor, usually once a day. The injection should be slowly infused over 1 hour and should not be self-administered. The dose will depend on the specific condition being treated and will be determined by your doctor. It is essential to follow your doctor's instructions carefully to get the maximum benefit from Guficap 50mg Injection.
What does Guficap 50mg Injection target in fungi?
Guficap 50mg Injection targets a critical component of the outermost layer (cell wall) of certain fungi, specifically beta-(1,3)-D-glucan. This component is present in Aspergillus and Candida species but not in mammalian cells. By inhibiting the synthesis of this component, Guficap 50mg Injection effectively kills the fungus, prevents further growth, and clears the infection.
Is Guficap 50mg Injection effective in treating infections?
Guficap 50mg Injection is effective when used as directed by your doctor. It is essential to complete the full course of treatment even if you experience improvement in your condition. Stopping Guficap 50mg Injection too early may lead to a recurrence or worsening of symptoms.
