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Contraindications for Using Amphotericin B

Patient was educated on contraindications for using Amphotericin B as follows: Patients with history of antibiotic associated diarrhea must be cautious about using Amphotericin B. Discuss with your doctor regarding your history of the same. Amphotericin B should be avoided in individuals with history of cardiac arrhythmias, as it has the potential to exacerbate any underlying arrhythmias. Such individuals upon taking Amphotericin B could present with irregular heartbeats and life-threatening ventricular arrhythmias. Individuals with history [...]

Side Effects of Amphotericin B Use-3

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Amphotericin B as follows: Muscle and joint pains Amphotericin B carries a high risk of muscle and joint pains with weakness and malaise. Central nervous system findings Amphotericin B use can sometimes result in severe dizziness, confusion, hallucinations, tremors, and seizures. Hepatic damage Amphotericin B intake can lead to severe hepatic injury, thus compromising liver function. Hepatic injury and altered liver function can result in increased [...]

Side Effects of Amphotericin B Use-2

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Amphotericin B as follows: Anaphylaxis A rare, but serious anaphylactic response can occur for Amphotericin B. Patients can present with extreme itching and rash, swelling of the face and throat, dizziness, bronchoconstriction, and difficulty breathing. This is an emergency and medical attention should be sought immediately, without any delay. Neuropathy Amphotericin B intake can lead to diminished vision and hearing loss. Sometimes, the damage can be [...]

Side Effects of Amphotericin B Use-1

Patient was educated on the side effects of using Amphotericin B as follows: Pain and inflammation Pain and inflammation at the site of injection is most common side effect to Amphotericin B use. Nausea and vomiting This is the most common side effect of Amphotericin B. Taking the antibiotic with some food can minimize the effects of nausea and vomiting. Diarrhea Amphotericin B use can result in diarrhea and loss of electrolytes from the body. [...]

How to Take Amphotericin B

Patient was educated on how to take Amphotericin B as follows: Amphotericin B is usually administered intravenously. The medication can be stored at room temperature for 24 hours, once reconstituted. Avoid exposure of the medication to light and store it in a dark room. The medication can be stored in the refrigerator frozen for 2 to 3 weeks. Thaw the medication container by getting it out of the refrigerator, one to two hours before the [...]