Caspofungin
- Generic Name
- Caspofungin
- Brand Names
- Cancidas, Cancidas (previously Caspofungin MSD)
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C52H88N10O15
- CAS Number
- 162808-62-0
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- F0XDI6ZL63
- Background
Caspofungin (brand name Cancidas worldwide) is an antifungal drug and the first member of a new drug class called the echinocandins, as coined by Merck & Co., Inc. It is typically administered intravenously. It shows activity against infections with Aspergillus and Candida, and works by inhibiting β(1,3)-D-Glucan of the fungal cell wall.
- Indication
For the treatment of esophageal candidiasis and invasive aspergillosis in patients who are refractory to or intolerant of other therapies.
- Associated Conditions
- Abscess, Intra-Abdominal, Candidemia, Esophageal Candidiasis, Fungal Infections, Invasive Aspergillosis, Oropharyngeal Candidiasis, Peritonitis, Pleural space infections
- Associated Therapies
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