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Fungizone Side Effects Center: Detailed Datasheet
Medically reviewed by Min Clinic Staff | Updated: January 2026
- Generic Name: amphotericin b
- Brand Name: Fungizone
Fungizone (Amphotericin B) side effects drug center
Fungizone Side Effects Center
What Is Fungizone?
Fungizone (amphotericin B) is an antifungal antibiotic used to treat serious, life-threatening fungal infections, and is usually given after other antifungal antibiotics have been unsuccessful. The brand name Fungizone is discontinued in the U.S. Generic forms may be available.
What Are Side Effects of Fungizone?
Common side effects of Fungizone (amphotericin B) include:
- injection site reactions (pain, swelling, irritation),
- fever,
- shaking,
- chills,
- flushing,
- loss of appetite,
- weight loss,
- dizziness,
- nausea,
- vomiting,
- diarrhea,
- upset stomach,
- headache,
- shortness of breath,
- muscle or joint aches,
- warmth/redness/tingly feeling under your skin,
- itching or rash, or
- fast breathing 1 to 3 hours after the infusion starts.
Tell your doctor if you have serious side effects of Fungizone including:
- unusual tiredness,
- weakness,
- muscle cramping,
- changes in the amount of urine,
- painful urination,
- numbness/tingling of arms/legs,
- vision changes,
- hearing changes (e.g., ringing in the ears),
- dark urine,
- severe stomach/abdominal pain,
- yellowing eyes/skin,
- swelling ankles/feet,
- fast/slow/irregular heartbeat,
- cold sweats,
- blue lips,
- easy bruising/bleeding,
- other signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat),
- mental/mood changes,
- seizures,
- black stools, or