Eraxis

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Generic Name: anidulafungin (injection) (a nid yoo luh FUN jin)
Brand Names: Eraxis

What is Eraxis?

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Eraxis is an antifungal antibiotic. It helps your body fight infection caused by a fungus.

Eraxis treats candida (yeast) infections in the blood, or in the stomach or esophagus.

Eraxis may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Eraxis?

Use Eraxis exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Before using Eraxis, tell your doctor if you have liver disease.

There may be other drugs that can affect Eraxis. Tell your doctor about all the prescription and over-the-counter medications you use. This includes vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start using a new medication without telling your doctor.

Stop using Eraxis and get emergency medical help if you think you have used too much medicine, or if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Less serious side effects are more likely, and you may have none at all. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or is especially bothersome.

Use Eraxis for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before using Eraxis?

You should not use Eraxis if you are allergic to anidulafungin, or have certain conditions. Be sure your doctor knows if you have:

Before using Eraxis, tell your doctor if you have liver disease. You may need a dosage adjustment or special tests to safely use this medication.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether Eraxis passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is Eraxis given?

Use Eraxis exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use it in larger amounts or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Eraxis is given as an injection into a vein. Your doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider will give you this injection. You may be shown how to use your medicine at home. Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used in giving the medicine.

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.

Use Eraxis for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. Store Eraxis at room temperature away from heat. Do not freeze.

After the medicine has been mixed, you must use it within 24 hours.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medication as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and wait until your next regularly scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine. Symptoms of an Eraxis overdose are unknown.

What should I avoid while using Eraxis?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while you are using Eraxis.

Eraxis side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

feeling light-headed or faint; or
confusion, weakness, dry mouth, or muscle tenderness.

Less serious side effects may include:

hot flashes;
diarrhea or constipation;
nausea, vomiting, stomach pain; or
headache.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Eraxis?

Where can I get more information?

Your pharmacist has more information about Eraxis written for health professionals that you may read.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use Eraxis only for the indication prescribed.
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