Warnings


What may interact with Amphotericin B?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:
-cidofovir

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:
-certain antibiotics given by injection
-corticotropin
-cyclosporine
-digoxin
-flucytosine
-medicines for fungal infections
-medicines to treat cancer
-muscle relaxers
-pentamidine
-steroid medicines like prednisone or cortisone

What should I tell my health care provider before I take Amphotericin B?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:
-heart disease
-kidney disease
-recent medical procedures
-an unusual or allergic reaction to amphotericin B, other medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives
-pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-breast-feeding

What should I watch for while using Amphotericin B?

Tell your doctor or health care professional if your symptoms do not improve or if you get new symptoms. Your condition and lab work will be monitored while you are taking this medicine.

Where should I keep my medicine?

Keep out of the reach of children.

If you are using this medicine at home, you will be instructed on how to store this medicine. Throw away any unused medicine after the expiration date on the label.