Wofungin (Caspofungin Acetate) Injection

Generic brands for Caspofungin Acetate Injection  Available in India Brand Name Wofungin Generic Name Caspofungin Acetate Strength 50mg, 70mg Manufacturer Wockhardt Ltd

Description

Description

This page contains brief details about the drug caspofungin acetate, it’s indication, dosage & administaration, mechanism of action, related brands with strength, warnings and common side effects.

Date of Approval

The U.S. FDA approved Caspofungin Acetate for fungal infections on December 30, 2004. This belongs to the medication class known as an antifungal.

Mechanism of Action of Caspofungin Acetate

Caspofungin Acetate works by weakening fungal cells and inhibiting their growth, preventing the spread of infection. This allows the body’s natural defenses to effectively eliminate the infection.

Uses of Caspofungin Acetate

Caspofungin Acetate is used in the treatment of candidemia, esophageal candidiasis, other Candida infections, and aspergillosis, which is a fungal infection in the lungs.

Caspofungin Acetate Dosage available

Caspofungin Acetate will be administered to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. It is usually administered in a vein (intravenous). Your doctor will decide the dose, route of administration, and frequency based on your disease condition and other factors.

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References

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  2. Fresenius, U.S Food and drug administration, [ Revised on Dec 2016], [ Accessed on 15th June  2023], https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2016/206110lbl.pdf
  3. KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Antifungal drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 790.