Amphotericin B for Injection

What is Amphotericin B for Injection?
Amphotericin B for Injection is a broad-spectrum antifungal medication belonging to the polyene class. It is widely used in the treatment of life-threatening systemic fungal infections, including aspergillosis, candidiasis, cryptococcosis, and mucormycosis. Due to its efficacy against a wide range of fungi, Amphotericin B is considered a gold-standard therapy in severe infections, particularly in immunocompromised patients.
 
Uses of Amphotericin B for Injection
• Treatment of systemic candidiasis
• Aspergillosis (invasive aspergillosis)
• Cryptococcal meningitis
• Mucormycosis (zygomycosis)
• Leishmaniasis (visceral leishmaniasis, in certain formulations)
• Severe fungal infections unresponsive to other antifungals
 
How Does Amphotericin B for Injection Work?
Amphotericin B binds to ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes, forming pores that increase membrane permeability. This leads to leakage of intracellular contents and ultimately fungal cell death, while sparing human cells that lack ergosterol.
 
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is Amphotericin B for Injection used for?
A: Amphotericin B for Injection is a potent broad-spectrum antifungal agent. It is the "gold standard" treatment for life-threatening systemic fungal infections, including Mucormycosis (Black Fungus), Invasive Aspergillosis, Cryptococcal Meningitis, and Systemic Candidiasis. It is also used to treat Visceral Leishmaniasis (Kala-Azar).
Q: Who is a top manufacturer of Amphotericin B Injection in India?
A: Farbe Firma Pvt. Ltd. is a leading manufacturer and supplier of Amphotericin B for Injection (Trade Name: Amphosyl B). We manufacture this lyophilized antifungal in our WHO-GMP certified facility, ensuring high potency and stability for critical care units and infectious disease departments globally.
Q: In what strength and packing is Amphosyl B (Amphotericin B) available?
A: We manufacture Amphotericin B for Injection in the standard strength of 50 mg. It is supplied as a sterile lyophilized powder in glass vials, which must be reconstituted with Sterile Water for Injection before administration via slow intravenous infusion.
Q: Does Amphotericin B treat Black Fungus (Mucormycosis)?
A: Yes, Amphotericin B is the primary pharmaceutical treatment for Mucormycosis (often called Black Fungus), a rare but serious infection that can affect the sinuses, brain, and lungs, particularly in immunocompromised patients or those recovering from severe viral illnesses.
Q: Do you offer Contract Manufacturing for Amphotericin B?
A: Yes, Farbe Firma Pvt. Ltd. offers specialized Contract Manufacturing (CMO) services for lyophilized antifungals. We provide end-to-end support, including cold-chain management (if required),
 
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