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Eraxis

anidulafungin

Used for Candidiasis, Thrush

Eraxis (anidulafungin) is a medication that treats infections in the stomach and esophagus (tube that connects the throat to stomach) caused by a fungus called Candida. It can be used in children and adults. This medication is injected once per day through the vein by a healthcare provider in the hospital.

Reviewed by:

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP

Cydnee Ng, PharmD

Last reviewed on April 28, 2022

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What is Eraxis (anidulafungin)?

How Eraxis (anidulafungin) works

Drug Facts

Common BrandsEraxis

Drug ClassAntifungal

Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication

Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available

AvailabilityPrescription only

Frequently asked questions about Eraxis (anidulafungin)

What is Eraxis (anidulafungin) used for?

Eraxis (anidulafungin) is approved for use in adults and children for the treatment of infections in the stomach and esophagus caused by a fungus called Candida. Additionally, the Infectious Diseases Society of America (IDSA) recommends Eraxis (anidulafungin) for the treatment of Candida infections in certain other parts of the body too. The medication isn't FDA approved for this purpose, but professional organizations like the IDSA have recommended it based on strong clinical evidence. Eraxis (anidulafungin) is mostly used as part of empiric therapy, which means it's used to fight possible fungal infections when it's not known which specific fungus is causing an infection. It might also be used for people who have infections that are difficult to treat with certain other antifungals (e.g., fluconazole (Diflucan) and other similar antifungals).

How does Eraxis (anidulafungin) work?

Eraxis (anidulafungin) is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by preventing their ability to make a protective covering around themselves.

How is Eraxis (anidulafungin) given?

Eraxis (anidulafungin) is typically given as an injection through the veins (intravenously or IV) in the hospital. Each infusion time takes about 45 minutes to 3 hours, depending on your dose.

How much Eraxis (anidulafungin) will I receive?

The typical dose for adults is 100 mg or 200 mg injected through your vein (intravenously or IV) once for the first dose. After that, you'll receive 50 mg or 100 mg IV once daily. The dose for children 1 month of age and older is based on their body weight. Similar to adults, children will receive a higher dose to start, and then a lower dose for the rest of their treatment. The typical length of treatment with Eraxis (anidulafungin) is up to 2 weeks.

What are the common side effects of Eraxis (anidulafungin)?

Some common side effects include stomach upset (e.g., nausea, diarrhea), fever, low blood electrolyte levels, changes to blood pressure, and difficulty sleeping. Less common side effects include headache, swelling of the feet or ankles, shortness of breath, and back or chest pain.

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Interactions between Eraxis (anidulafungin) and other drugs

Eraxis (anidulafungin) may interact with certain medications or supplements. Always let your doctor and pharmacist know about any other medications or supplements (including prescribed and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and dietary or herbal supplements) that you are currently taking. The list below does not include all possible drug interactions with Eraxis (anidulafungin). Please note that only the generic name of each medication is listed below.

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary. Tell your healthcare professional if you are taking any other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.

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