Table 3.
Frequency and percentage of adverse drug reactions observed with amphotericin B
| Side effects | Type of side effects | Frequency (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Infusion –related | Fever Chills Nausea Vomiting Headache |
8 (22.8) 8 (22.8) 9 (25.7) 9 (25.7) 8 (22.8) |
| Cardiovascular | Hypotension | 18 (51.4) |
| Gastrointestinal | Loss of appetite Diarrhea |
16 (45.7) 5 (14.2) |
| Electrolyte disturbances | Hypokalemia Hypomagnesia |
22 (62.8) 20(57.1) |
| Nervous system | Fatigue Dizziness Insomnia Peripheral neuropathy |
4 (11.4) 1 (2.8) 13 (37.1) 3 (8.5) |
| Musculoskeletal | Pain | 7(20) |
| Skin | Pruritus | 2(5.7) |