Tericin (Amphotericin B)


Brand Name: Tericin

Generic Name: Amphotericin B

Manufacturer/Agent: Cipla Ltd


Formulation: inj

Strength: 50 mg

Pack size: 1

Trade Price: KES 340.00

Retail Price: @ KES 453.33


Class: Antifungals (Anti-infectives)

Mechanism of Action:


Synonym: Amphotericin

Molecular Formulae: C47H73NO17 = 924.1

Precautions: Toxicity common when given parenterally. caution in renal impairment. pregnancy and lactation.

Indications/Uses: Systemic fungal infections; iv max 50mg/day over 2-6 hrs

Interactions: Digoxin (increased toxicity) ciclosporin (nephrotoxicity). corticosteroids (hypokalaemia).

Side Effects: Nausea. anorexia. epigastric pain. vomiting. fever. muscle and joints pains. anaemia. hypokalaemia. hypomagnesia. renal toxicity.