Caspofungin Intravenous and Katerzia Oral Suspension

• Generic Name: caspofungin
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Cancidas

Caspofungin injection is used to treat serious fungal infections, including candidemia (fungal infection in the blood), esophageal candidiasis (fungal infection of the esophagus), other candida infections, and aspergillosis (fungal infection in the lungs). It is also used to treat fungal infections assumed to be present in patients with febrile neutropenia. Caspofungin injection is given when other medicines (eg, amphotericin B, itraconazole) did not work well.

Caspofungin is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of your doctor.

• Generic Name: amlodipine
• Dosage Forms: oral suspension
• Other Brand Names: Katerzia, Norvasc

Katerzia is a calcium channel blocker that dilates (widens) blood vessels and improves blood flow.

Katerzia is used to treat chest pain (angina) and other conditions caused by coronary artery disease.

Katerzia is also used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension) in adults and children at least 6 years old. Lowering blood pressure may lower your risk of a stroke or heart attack.

Katerzia may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.