Ancobon (Oral)

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Ancobon (Oral)

Generic Name: Flucytosine
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Flucytosine is an antifungal medication that fights infections caused by fungus.

Flucytosine is used to treat serious fungal infections of the blood, lungs, heart, central nervous system, and urinary tract.

Flucytosine is sometimes given with another medicine called amphotericin B.

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

uses

What isAncobon (Oral)used for?

  • Candida Urinary Tract Infection
  • Candidemia
  • Cryptococcal Meningitis -- Immunocompetent Host
  • Cryptococcal Meningitis -- Immunosuppressed Host
  • Cryptococcosis
  • Fungal Endocarditis
  • Systemic Fungal Infection

warnings

What is the most important information I should know aboutAncobon (Oral)?

You should not use flucytosine if you are allergic to it.

To make sure flucytosine is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

  • kidney disease;
  • a blood cell disorder or bone marrow disease;
  • weak immune system (caused by radiation or by using medicine that causes bone marrow suppression); or
  • an electrolyte imbalance (such as low levels of potassium in your blood).

我t is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

我t is not known whether flucytosine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.

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Side Effects

What are the side effects ofAncobon (Oral)?

Get emergency medical help if you havesigns of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

马上打电话给你的医生如果你有:

  • slow heart rate, weak pulse, fainting, slow breathing;
  • chest pain;
  • confusion, hallucinations;
  • a seizure (convulsions);
  • pale skin, easy bruising, unusual bleeding (nose, mouth, vagina, or rectum);
  • sudden weakness or ill feeling, fever, chills, sore throat, mouth sores, red or swollen gums, trouble swallowing;
  • problems with hearing;
  • low potassium--leg cramps, constipation, irregular heartbeats, fluttering in your chest, increased thirst or urination, numbness or tingling, muscle weakness or limp feeling;
  • kidney problems--little or no urination, painful or difficult urination, swelling in your feet or ankles, feeling tired or short of breath; or
  • liver problems--nausea, upper stomach pain, itching, tiredness, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Common side effects may include:

  • nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea;
  • headache, dizziness;
  • numbness, tingling, or burning pain in your hands or feet;
  • dry mouth; or
  • skin rash.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding

Can I takeAncobon (Oral)if I’m pregnant or breastfeeding?

我t is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

我t is not known whether flucytosine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.

我nteractions

What drugs and food should I avoid while takingAncobon (Oral)?

Follow your doctor's instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity.

Dosage Guidelines & Tips

How to takeAncobon (Oral)?

UseAncobon (Oral)exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not take this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.

While using flucytosine, you may need frequent blood tests.

Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.

Flucytosine may cause nausea and vomiting. If you take more than one capsule per dose, swallow one capsule at a time over a 15-minute period to help prevent nausea and vomiting.

Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antifungal medicine. Flucytosine will not treat a viral infection such as the flu or a common cold.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What should I do if I missed a dose ofAncobon (Oral)?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose.Do nottake extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

Overdose Signs

What happens if I overdose onAncobon (Oral)?

过量症状包括恶心、呕吐、diarrhea, upper stomach pain, or unusual bleeding or bruising.

我f you think you or someone else may have overdosed on:Ancobon (Oral), call your doctor or the Poison Control center
(800) 222-1222
我f someone collapses or isn't breathing after takingAncobon (Oral),拨打911
911

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