amphotericin b

Frequently asked questions

What does Amphotericin B treat?

Amphotericin B (Amphotericin B) may be used to treat aspergillosis, blastomycosis, chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis, cutaneous candidiasis, coccidioidomycosis, cystitis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.

How is Amphotericin B rated?

pharmaranks gives Amphotericin B a composite score of 3.5 out of 5, currently based on 1 weighted source (FDA regulatory recall-safety data weighted highest). See our methodology at /how-we-rate.

Is there a coupon or discount for Amphotericin B?

pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Amphotericin B. To pay less, Amphotericin B is already a generic — usually the lowest-cost version — so the main levers are comparing cash prices between pharmacies and using a pharmacy discount-card service. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.

Who makes Amphotericin B?

Amphotericin B is marketed by Abbott. You can see Abbott's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.

Is Amphotericin B a brand-name or generic drug?

Amphotericin B is a generic medication; its active ingredient is Amphotericin B. Generics contain the same active ingredient as the brand-name original and are usually lower cost.

Is Amphotericin B available over the counter?

No. Amphotericin B is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.

What forms does Amphotericin B come in?

Amphotericin B is currently marketed as injectable, liposomal and powder, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.

What class of drug is Amphotericin B?

Amphotericin B is classified as lipid-based polyene antifungal, polyene antifungal, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.

Is Amphotericin B FDA-registered?

Amphotericin B is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number ANDA064141. You can verify this on its official FDA label.

Has Amphotericin B been recalled by the FDA?

Amphotericin B has no FDA recalls recorded under its own application in the openFDA enforcement database. Its recall-safety score reflects its manufacturer's overall recall record. This is general reference, not medical advice — check the FDA recall database for the latest alerts.

Is Amphotericin B safe?

There's no single safe-or-not verdict. pharmaranks gives Amphotericin B a recall-safety score of 70/100, based on its FDA recall history (no recalls under its own FDA application) — not an efficacy or side-effect rating. Review its FDA-label side effects and warnings before use, and always consult a licensed professional.