Caspofungin

Caspofungin (echinocandin)

  • Pregnancy Category C

Formulation 

  • Intravenous (IV)

  • Echinocandin: inhibits glucan synthesis (cell wall)

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  • Candidiasis & aspergillosis (if resistant/intolerant to other options)

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  • Infusion reactions, phlebitis, anaphylaxis, flushing

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  • Micafungin is another treatment of this class