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Medicine Details

Hospicasp 70mg Injection

Manufacturer: Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Salt Composition: Caspofungin (70mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Severe fungal infections Hospicasp 70mg 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.

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

Description: Hospicasp 70mg 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. Hospicasp 70mg 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 doctor may monitor your liver function regularly during treatment. Hospicasp 70mg Injection may lead to a few common side effects like rash, decreased potassium level in the blood, fever, increased liver enzymes, chills, and diarrhea. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

How to Use: Hospicasp 70mg Injection kills fungus by preventing them from making their protective covering.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Hospicasp 70mg Injection. Please consult your doctor. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Hospicasp 70mg 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 - Hospicasp 70mg 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 Hospicasp 70mg 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 - Hospicasp 70mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Hospicasp 70mg Injection is recommended. - Liver : CAUTION - Hospicasp 70mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Hospicasp 70mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Hospicasp 70mg Injection in patients with the severe liver disease.

If Missed: If you miss a dose of Hospicasp 70mg Injection, please consult your doctor.

Packaging: vial of 1 Injection

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Severe fungal infections

Alcohol Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Liver Interaction: CAUTION