- Brand Name : Mycamine
- Drug Class : Antifungals, Systemic, Antifungals, Echinocandin
- Medical Author : Sarfaroj Khan, BHMS, PGD Health Operations
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What Is Micafungin and How Does It Work?
Micafungin is a prescription medication used to treat fungal infections caused by Candida.
- Micafungin is available under the following different brand names: Mycamine.
What Are Dosages of Micafungin?
Adult and pediatric dosage
Powder for injection
- 50mg/vial
- 100mg/vial
Treatment of candidemia, acute disseminated candidiasis, candida peritonitis and abscesses
Adult dosage
- 100 mg/day IV infusion x10-47 days (mean 15 days)
Pediatric dosage
- Children aged 4 months or older:
- 2 mg/kg IV once daily; not to exceed 100 mg/day
Treatment of Esophageal Candidiasis
Adult dosage
- 150 mg/day IV infusion x10-30 days (mean 15 days)
Pediatric dosage
- Children weighing 30 kg or less: 3 mg/kg IV once daily
- Children weighing over 30 kg: 2.5 mg/kg IV once daily; not to exceed 150 mg/day
Prophylaxis of Candida Infections in HSCT Recipients
Adult dosage
- 50 mg/day IV infusion x6-51 days (mean 19 days)
Pediatric dosage
- 1 mg/kg IV once daily; not to exceed 50 mg/day
Dosage Considerations – Should be Given as Follows:
- See “Dosages.”
What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Micafungin?
Common side effects of Micafungin include:
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- diarrhea,
- flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling),
- mild itching, and
- rash
- headache
- constipation
- indigestion
Serious side effects of Micafungin include:
- hives,
- difficulty breathing,
- swelling in the face, lips, tongue, or throat,
- pale or yellowed skin,
- dark colored urine,
- fever,
- confusion,
- weakness,
- swelling,
- rapid weight gain,
- little or no urination,
- upper stomach pain,
- itching,
- loss of appetite,
- clay-colored stools, and
- yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice)
Rare side effects of Micafungin include:
- none
This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems may occur as a result of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.