Vfend Injection Description

Vfend Injection is an effective antifungal medication prescribed to treat serious fungal infections of your blood, skin, abdomen, urinary tract, and your bones or joints caused by the Candida species. For some patients with compromised immune systems, Voriconazole, the active ingredient of Vfend Injection, is considered a valuable treatment for combating invasive Aspergilla infections and respiratory infections.

Treatment with Vfend Injection is usually started as an intravenous infusion in hospital or given as an injection during a doctor’s exam so you can be carefully monitored for any complications, both from the medication and the infection.

How a Vfend Injection Works to Stop Fungal Growth

Once your treatment has started, Voriconazole enters your bloodstream and finds a specific enzyme called C14-demethylase in order to inhibit its actions. This enzyme plays a role in the production of sterols. This includes ergosterol, which the fungi need for building and maintaining functional cell walls. Without ergosterol, cell structures are disrupted and the fungi are unable to grow and replicate. As the infection becomes more manageable, your doctor may be able to switch you to oral Vfend medication that can be taken in the comfort of your own home.

Common Fungal Infections Treated by Vfend Injection

The Candida species of fungus is the most common cause of fungal infections worldwide. Most are fairly harmless as long as you are healthy. Our bodies contain countless numbers of Candida that cause no harm for the most part. If you are already ill or have a suppressed immune system a Candida infection can turn serious.

The same goes for another common fungus, Aspergillus. The spores from this species are usually breathed in and can take up residence in your lungs or sinuses. By providing intravenous treatment with Vfend Injectible, you are able to take control of the infection quickly and follow with oral treatment to be certain the infection is gone.

Before Being Administered Vfend Injection

Use effective contraception during treatment with Vfend Injections so you do not become pregnant and tell your doctor if you are already pregnant or breast feeding. Inform your doctor of other medical conditions and allergies you have and any OTC or Rx medicine you are taking, including herbal remedies and vitamin or dietary supplements, so it can be determined if Vfend Injection is safe for you.

Vfend Injection Precautions

Voriconazole can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight so take precautions and try to avoid being in the sun or using tanning booths and sunlamps. You should not perform unsafe tasks such as operating a vehicle or machinery until you know how your body will react to the Vfend Injection. Seek medical attention right away if you experience a rash, hives, or swelling of your mouth, lips, or tongue as this could be an allergic reaction.

Possible Side Effects of Vfend Injection

• Blurred vision
• Headache
• Nausea or vomiting

Drugs Similar to Vfend Injection

• Sporanox
• Diflucan
• Fluconazole Injection