Liposomal Amphotericin B

Liposomal Amphotericin B is an antifungal medication. it is used in the treatment of fungal infections in the skin. It kills the infection-causing fungi and thus prevents it from spreading and helps speed up the healing process.

Liposomal Amphotericin B is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. To avoid reinfection, continue the use of this medicine even if symptoms begin to clear up.

Some common side effects include skin irritation, burning sensation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes with water, and seek immediate medical attention.

• Fungal skin infections

Fungal skin infections
Liposomal Amphotericin B is used to treat skin infections caused by fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi. This provides relief from various symptoms, such as pain and itching, caused by the infection and speeds up the healing process. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.

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 Amfy

• Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

Liposomal Amphotericin B is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

• Liposomal Amphotericin B should be applied as advised by your doctor.
• Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
• Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
• Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
• Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2- 4 weeks of treatment.

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