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Cresemba
What is Cresemba
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Warnings
Cresemba has nine counterindications and should not be taken if you have any of the conditions outlined in the below table.There are 20 known major drug interactions with Cresemba.Patient Q&A Section about cresemba
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is CRESEMBA used for?
"An azole antifungal medication, CRESEMBA is indicated for the treatment of invasive aspergillosis and invasive mucormycosis in patients 18 years of age and older."
What is the generic name for CRESEMBA?
"The recommended dose of CRESEMBA for the treatment of invasive aspergillosis and mucormycosis is 600mg.
The recommended dose of CRESEMBA for the treatment of invasive aspergillosis and mucormycosis is 600mg. CRESEMBA is the prodrug of isavuconazole, which is an azole antifungal drug."
How long do you take CRESEMBA for?
"If you have a weakened immune system or a difficult infection, you may need to be on CRESEMBA for a longer period of time. Your doctor may switch you from the CRESEMBA IV Injection to the CRESEMBA Capsules once your condition improves. Continue taking CRESEMBA for as long as your doctor tells you to."
Is CRESEMBA an antibiotic?
"Cresemba is an antifungal agent that is used to treat fungal infections, such as aspergillosis or mucormycosis. It is available by prescription only and should not be used in patients under the age of 18."