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Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's, Pack of 1 Injection
Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's, Pack of 1 Injection
Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Sunny S , MBBS
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Composition :

AMPHOTERICIN B-50MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

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About Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's belongs to a class of medication called 'antifungal' used to treat severe fungal infections like leishmaniasis. A fungal infection is a disease in which fungi attack the tissue and cause infection. Fungi are commonly present in nature but do not cause infections normally. However, if the person has a weak immune system, certain types of fungi may infect them. 

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's contains Amphotericin B, which kills fungi by destroying the fungal outer cell membrane. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents.

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's is given by a doctor or nurse. In some cases, you may experience fever, chills, irregular heartbeat, high or low blood pressure, breathing problems, nausea, vomiting, headache, shaking, muscle cramps or pain. Most of these side effects of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to inform your doctor before using Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's. Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's is not recommended for children below one month as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid driving after taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's as it may affect your ability to drive. If you experience severe adverse effects such as chest pain or difficulty in breathing, or encephalopathy (a brain disease which may cause you to behave strangely, be confused or feel drowsy), seek immediate medical help.

Uses of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's

Severe fungal infections

Directions for Use

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional; do not self-administer.

Medicinal Benefits

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's contains Amphotericin B, an antifungal used to treat severe fungal infections. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's damages fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's is used to treat infections such as blood infection with candida, cryptococcus, fusarium, zygomycetes, aspergillus, coccidiodes or blastomycetes, or cryptococcal meningitis (inflammation of the brain).

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight
Side effects of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection
  • Eat potassium-rich foods like avocados, bananas, spinach, and potatoes.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
  • Exercise regularly and maintain healthy weight.
  • Manage stress.
  • Prioritize 7-9 hours of sleep each night to help your body and mind recharge.
  • Avoid smoking and limit intake of caffeine.
  • Practice stress-reducing activities like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing to help calm your mind and body.
  • Avoid stimulants and illegal drugs.
  • Call your doctor if it worsens.
  • Muscle cramps can be treated with regular exercise or yoga, which includes mild stretching, which helps strengthen the lower body.
  • Warm baths and gentle massage of the affected parts can help relieve cramps.
  • Avoid strenuous activity and take frequent breaks, as rest is critical.
  • Intake of nutritious food can help strengthen body and mind. A trained nutritionist can help design a balanced diet for strengthening muscles.
  • Speak to your doctor if the pain lasts an extended period. Medical help can be practical in finding a cure for cramps.
Here are the step-by-step strategies to manage the side effects of "indigestion" caused by medication usage:
  • Take medications with food (if recommended): It can help prevent stomach distress and indigestion.
  • Eat smaller, more frequent meals: Divide daily food intake into smaller, more frequent meals to ease digestion.
  • Avoid trigger foods: Identify and avoid foods that trigger indigestion, such as spicy, fatty, or acidic foods.
  • Stay upright after eating: Sit or stand upright for at least 1-2 hours after eating to prevent stomach acid from flowing into the oesophagus.
  • Avoid carbonated drinks: Avoid drinking carbonated beverages, such as soda or beer, which can worsen indigestion.
  • Manage stress: To alleviate indigestion, engage in stress-reducing activities like deep breathing exercises or meditation.
  • Consult a doctor if needed: If indigestion worsens or persists, consult a healthcare professional to adjust the medication regimen or explore alternative treatments.
  • Drink water or other clear fluids.
  • To prevent worsening of pain, limit intake of tea, coffee, or alcohol.
  • Include bland foods like rice, toast, crackers, and rice in your diet.
  • Avoid lying down immediately after eating as it may cause indigestion or heartburn.
  • Avoid acidic and spicy food as it may cause indigestion.
  • Take pain reliever medicines such as ibuprofen or paracetamol.
  • Apply an ice pack for 15 minutes multiple times a day during the first 48 hours. Then, use a heating pad or take warm shower.
  • Gently stretch the neck and massage to relieve pain.
  • Good posture and gentle exercise may help to prevent it.
  • Maintain proper sleep hygiene.

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Amphotericin B or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's. Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's is not recommended for children below one month as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid driving after taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's as it may affect your ability to drive. If you experience severe adverse effects such as chest pain, difficulty breathing, or encephalopathy (a brain disease that may cause you to behave strangely, be confused or feel drowsy), seek immediate medical help. If you have diabetes, electrolyte imbalance (low magnesium or potassium levels in the blood), kidney, liver or heart problems, inform your doctor before taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Amphotericin bStreptozocin
Critical
Amphotericin bIohexol
Severe

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Amphotericin bStreptozocin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and streptozocin together can enhance kidney injury and can cause damage to the ear.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Streptozocin with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it.
Amphotericin bIohexol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Iohexol may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Iohexol together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. It's important to keep an eye on how much you pee. If you notice any changes, like peeing more or less than usual, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm let the doctor know right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Amphotericin bIoversol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Ioversol may increase the risk of kidney damage.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Ioversol, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Amphotericin bIodamide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Iodamide may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Iodamide, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by a doctor. It's important to keep an eye on how much you pee. If you notice any changes, let the doctor know. If you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Amphotericin bTacrolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Taking tacrolimus with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking tacrolimus and Lamfosys 50 mg Injection together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. However, consult the doctor immediately if you experience symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, loss of hunger, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Amphotericin bIomeprol
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Iomeprol may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection with Iomeprol can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. It's important to keep an eye on how much you pee. If you experience any changes, like peeing more or less than usual, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm let the doctor know right away. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Amphotericin bIopromide
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Iopromide may increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Iopromide, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. If you notice any changes, like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm let the doctor know right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
Amphotericin bDeferasirox
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Deferasirox can cause kidney issues, and mixing it with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection, can enhance that risk.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection with Deferasirox together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, bone pain, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or irregular heart rhythm, seek immediate medical attention. Drink plenty of water if you experience diarrhea or vomiting while taking these medications, as dehydration can potentially affect the kidneys. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
Amphotericin bAciclovir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Aciclovir with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection can increase the risk or severity of kidney disorder.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Aciclovir with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Consult a doctor if you experience irregular urination, muscle ache, shortness if breath, or palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Amphotericin bTemsirolimus
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lamfosys 50 mg Injection:
Coadministration of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Temsirolimus may increase the risk of kidney problem.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection and Temsirolimus together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. If you experience any changes like nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or weight loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heart rhythm let the doctor know right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting the doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Wash your hands regularly and keep your hands clean to prevent the spread of germs.
  • Avoid dusty activities and digging in the soil.
  • Wear shoes, a long-sleeved t-shirt and long pants while doing outdoor activities such as yard work, gardening or visiting wooded areas to protect from fungus commonly present in the environment.
  • Maintain a diet that is low in sugar, refined carbohydrates, mould-containing foods and yeast.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS

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Written By

Veda Maddala

M Pharmacy

Sunny S

Reviewed By

Sunny S

MBBS

Last Updated

Aug 20, 2024 | 12:54 PM IST

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's contains Amphotericin B, an antifungal that works by damaging fungal cell membranes, thereby killing fungi.

You are not recommended to take Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's with furosemide as co-administration of these medicines may increase the risk of hypokalaemia (low potassium levels in the blood), and in severe cases, it may lead to paralysis, muscle weakness, irregular heart rhythm, difficulty in breathing or swallowing. However, please consult your doctor before taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's with other medicines.

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's may cause blue lips and skin, probably during infusion or in the initial 2 days of treatment. However, your doctor or nurse may arrange certain simple treatments to control such adverse effects.

Yes, a test dose of Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's may be given in smaller amounts before starting the treatment to check if you are sensitive to any of the ingredients.

You are recommended to use Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, the usual treatment is for a minimum of 14 days. Please consult a doctor if you experience any difficulty while taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's.

Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's is not used to treat viral infections. Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's is an antifungal that kills fungi and is used to treat severe fungal infections.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ZIDOVUDINE
  • CICLOSPORIN
  • FLUCYTOSINE
  • FUROSEMIDE
  • METHOTREXATE

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are recommended while taking Lamfosys 50 mg Injection 1's to monitor blood, liver or kidney functioning and potassium levels.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal infection is a disease in which fungi attack the tissue and cause infection. Fungi are commonly present in nature but do not cause infections normally. However, if the person has a weak immune system, certain types of fungi may infect them. Cryptococcal meningitis is a fungal infection of tissues covering the spinal cord (meninges) and brain. The symptoms include headache, hallucinations, fever, stiff neck, sensitivity to light, nausea and vomiting. Fungal infections in the lungs may be more serious and life-threatening and often cause symptoms similar to tuberculosis or bacterial pneumonia.

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