Amphotericin B (Systemic)

Brand Names : Amphocin, Fungizone Intravenous

Category

• Antifungal, systemic
• antiprotozoal

Description

Amphotericin B (am-foe-TER-i-sin Bee) is an antifungal. It is used to help the body overcome serious fungus infections. It may also be used for other problems as determined by your doctor.

Amphotericin B is available only with your doctor's prescription. It is available in the following dosage form:

Parenteral
• Injection (U.S. and Canada)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S.—

• Amphocin
• Fungizone Intravenous

In Canada—

• Fungizone Intravenous

Generic name product may be available in the U.S.