Drug reference
micafungin
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Drug class
Anti Fungals (Echinocandin)
Mechanism of action
Semisynthetic lipopeptide (echinocandin class), inhibits fungal cell wall synthesis
Common side effects
- Abdominal Pain
- Anemia
- Leukopenia
- Headache
- Increased LFTs
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is micafungin?
micafungin belongs to: Anti Fungals.
How does micafungin work?
Semisynthetic lipopeptide (echinocandin class), inhibits fungal cell wall synthesis
What are the common side effects of micafungin?
Abdominal Pain, Anemia, Leukopenia, Headache, Increased LFTs, Diarrhea
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