Micafungin (Mycamine)
Micafungin is used to treat infections caused by the Candida fungus. Micafungin is also used to prevent Candida fungal infections in stem cell transplant patients. Micafungin is for use in adults and children who are at least 4 months old.
Micafungin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
uses
What is Micafungin (Mycamine) used for?
- Candidemia
- Esophageal Candidiasis
- Fungal Infection Prophylaxis
warnings
What is the most important information I should know about Micafungin (Mycamine)?
You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to micafungin or similar medicines.
To make sure you can safely use micafungin, tell your doctor if you have any of these other conditions:
- liver disease; or
- kidney disease.
May harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
Side Effects
What are the side effects of Micafungin (Mycamine)?
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
- pale or yellowed skin, dark colored urine, fever, confusion or weakness;
- swelling, rapid weight gain, little or no urinating;
- liver problems--loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain (upper right side), tiredness, itching, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);
- kidney problems--swelling, urinating less, feeling tired or short of breath; or
- pain, bruising, swelling, or irritation where the medicine was injected.
Common side effects may include:
- nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain;
- fever, headache;
- easy bruising, unusual bleeding, purple or red spots under your skin;
- low white blood cell counts--fever, mouth sores, skin sores, sore throat, cough;
- symptoms of sepsis--confusion, fever or chills, severe drowsiness, fast heartbeats, rapid breathing, feeling very ill;
- low red blood cells (anemia)--pale skin, tiredness, feeling light-headed or short of breath, cold hands and feet; or
- low blood potassium--leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Can I take Micafungin (Mycamine) if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?
May harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.
Interactions
What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Micafungin (Mycamine)?
Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.
Micafungin Sodium Chloride Injection contains high sodium load. Avoid in patients with congestive heart failure who are on low salt diet.
Dosage Guidelines & Tips
How to take Micafungin (Mycamine)?
Use Micafungin (Mycamine) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Micafungin is usually given once daily for up to several weeks. Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets.
Micafungin is given as an infusion into a vein. A healthcare provider may give you this injection or may teach you how to properly use this medicine by yourself.
Prepare an injection only when you are ready to give it. Call your pharmacist if the medicine looks cloudy, has changed colors or has particles in it. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you don't understand how to use an injection.
Be sure you understand how to properly mix this medicine with a liquid (diluent) and how to store the mixture.
Do not shake the medication bottle or you may ruin the medicine.
Micafungin must be mixed with a liquid (diluent) before using it. If you are using the injections at home, be sure you understand how to properly mix and store the medicine. Micafungin Sodium Chloride Injection do not require diluent.
Micafungin must be given slowly through an IV infusion, and each injection can take at least 1 hour to complete. Do not mix micafungin with any other medicines, or give other medicines through the same IV line.
If a child is using this medication, tell your doctor if the child has any changes in weight. Micafungin doses are based on weight in children.
Use each disposable needle only one time. Throw away used needles in a puncture-proof container (ask your pharmacist where you can get one and how to dispose of it). Keep this container out of the reach of children and pets.
Each single-use vial (bottle) of this medicine is for one use only. Throw away after one use, even if there is still some medicine left in it after injecting your dose.
Store at room temperature away from moisture, heat, and light. Mixed medicine can be stored at room temperature but must be used within 12 to 24 hours after mixing.
Store micafungin sodium chloride injection in the refrigerator, do not freeze. Micafungin Sodium Chloride Injection is stable for 30 days at room temperature and should not be placed back into a refrigerator.
Call your doctor for instructions if you miss a dose.