Drug reference
amphotericin b
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Drug class
Anti Fungals (Polyene)
Mechanism of action
Acts by binding to sterols in fungal cell membrane, leading to alterations in cell permeability and cell death
Common side effects
- Anorexia
- Headache
- Fever
- Chills
- Diarrhea
Known interactions (4)
- amphotericin b + cidofovir Contraindicated
- amikacin + amphotericin b Major
- amphotericin b + tacrolimus Major
- amphotericin b + teicoplanin Major
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is amphotericin b?
amphotericin b belongs to: Anti Fungals.
How does amphotericin b work?
Acts by binding to sterols in fungal cell membrane, leading to alterations in cell permeability and cell death
What are the common side effects of amphotericin b?
Anorexia, Headache, Fever, Chills, Diarrhea
Which drugs interact with amphotericin b?
cidofovir, amikacin, tacrolimus, teicoplanin
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