Results for tag: "Ambisome"

Ambisome is a brand of liposomal amphotericin B, an antifungal drug used to treat a variety of fungal infections. It is used to treat serious fungal infections in patients with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV/AIDS, cancer, or organ transplants. Ambisome is a polyene antifungal drug, meaning it works by binding to the cell membrane of the fungus and disrupting its structure. It is generally used as a last resort when other antifungal drugs have failed. Ambisome is part of the larger Infectious Diseases Drugs market, which includes a variety of drugs used to treat bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. These drugs are used to treat a wide range of infections, from common colds to life-threatening illnesses. Some companies in the Infectious Diseases Drugs market include Pfizer, Merck, GlaxoSmithKline, AstraZeneca, and Novartis. Show Less Read more