Amphotericin B Uses

Amphotericin B is used for Fungal Infections

How Amphotericin B Works

Amphotericin B binds to sterols in fungal cell plasma membranes, which changes membrane permeability and allows loss of potassium and small molecules from cells. This action results in cell impairment or death.

Common side effects of Amphotericin B

Fever, Headache, Chest Pain, Hypotension, Irregular Heartbeat , Abdominal Pain, Anorexia, Diarrhea, Hepatic Failure, Indigestion, Nausea, Vomiting

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