Liposomal Amphotericin B
- IVLiposomal Amphotericin BAmBisomeLipid suspension results in binding directly to the fungal cell, resulting in low doses and significantly less toxicity
Mechanism of Action
- Binds to ergosterol on the cell membrane, resulting in the formation of pores, leakage of cytoplasmic components and cell death.
Microbiology
- Effective against Candida, Cryptococcus and Aspergillus.
Clinical Use
- Indications
- Invasive candidiasis
- Cryptococcal meningitis
- Aspergillosis
- Adverse Effects
- Infusion reactions - fevers, rigors, arthralgias, hypotension, bronchospasm
- Nephrotoxicity
- Anaemia