Casponex 50 Injection is an antifungal agent, a medicine used to treat several fungal infections. It can be used to treat fungal infections that other drugs have failed to treat. It is also used to treat serious fungal infections in persons who have a reduced immune system. Casponex 50 Injection works by killing or preventing fungi or yeast by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its membrane formation. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.

FAQs

How does Casponex 50 Injection work?

Casponex 50 Injection contains Caspofungin, which inhibits the formation of a fungal cell wall component required for the fungus to continue living and growing. When fungal cells are exposed to Caspofungin, their cell walls become partial or faulty, making them fragile and unable to grow.

In which conditions Casponex 50 Injection should not be given?

Casponex 50 Injection is not suitable for patients with known hypersensitivity to any components present in Casponex 50 Injection.

Will Casponex 50 Injection affect my contraception?

Casponex 50 Injection is unlikely to interfere with your contraception, including the combination pill or emergency contraception. For further information, seek medical advice from your healthcare professional.

Does fungal infections spread from person to person?

Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through direct skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, avoiding close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoiding sharing things with the infected person is recommended, as it can also spread the infection.

Is there anything I should avoid eating or drinking while on medication?

No, you can continue to eat and drink normally while taking Casponex 50 Injection unless instructed by the doctor.