About micafungin
Echinocandin antifungal
Used for
- Treats invasive Candida infections, including candidemia
- Treats esophageal candidiasis
- Prevents Candida infections after stem-cell transplantation
Usual adult dose
Usually 100 mg intravenously once daily for invasive candidiasis; dose varies by infection.
Usual dose in children
Usually 2 mg/kg intravenously once daily for invasive candidiasis; maximum 100 mg daily.
Common side effects
- Nausea, diarrhea, or vomiting
- Headache
- Rash or itching
- Abnormal liver tests
Important warnings
- Infusion reactions and serious allergic reactions can occur.
- Liver injury has been reported; liver tests may need monitoring.
- Use caution with kidney or liver impairment.
- Intravenous infusion only; treatment duration depends on infection.
Pregnancy
Use only when clearly needed; human pregnancy information is limited.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether micafungin enters breast milk; consider benefits and risks.
Interactions
- Sirolimus levels may increase; monitoring or dose adjustment may be needed.
- Nifedipine levels may increase; monitor for effects.
- Itraconazole levels may increase; monitoring or dose adjustment may be needed.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.