GENERIC NAME: VORICONAZOLE - INJECTION (vor-ih-CON-ah-zole)

BRAND NAME(S): Vfend

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: Voriconazole is an azole-type antifungal used to treat a variety of fungal infections.

HOW TO USE: Give this medication by vein (IV), usually twice daily, or as directed by your doctor. The dose and duration of treatment depend on your condition and response to therapy. When you are able to take this drug by mouth, you may be switched to an oral form of this drug. Continue to use this medication until the full prescribed amount is finished. Stopping the medication too early may result in reinfection. Follow all directions for proper mixing and dilution with the correct IV fluids. If you have questions regarding the use of this medication, consult your pharmacist. Before using, check this product visually for particles or discoloration. If either is present, do not use the liquid.

SIDE EFFECTS: Fever, chills, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, flushing and headache may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur: vision changes (e.g., blurring, color vision changes), sensitivity of eyes to light (photophobia). Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: mental/mood changes, fast/irregular pulse, sun sensitivity. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: change in the amount of urine, easy bleeding or bruising, fainting. This drug may rarely cause serious (possibly fatal) liver problems. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these highly unlikely but very serious side effects occur: yellowing eyes or skin, dark urine, unusual fatigue, stomach/abdominal pain. A serious allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of a serious allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.