# Micafungin (Mycamine)

> Echinocandin antifungal for Candida infections and prophylaxis.

Source: https://peptides.cafe/peptide/micafungin
Category: Echinocandin · Antifungal
Tag: FDA-Approved · Antifungal

## Mechanism
Semi-synthetic echinocandin lipopeptide that inhibits β-1,3-D-glucan synthase, fungicidal against most Candida species.

## Research areas
- Invasive candidiasis
- Esophageal candidiasis
- Stem-cell transplant prophylaxis

## Common research protocols
- Standard: 100 mg IV daily for invasive candidiasis.

## Study summaries
- "Micafungin vs liposomal amphotericin" — Lancet (2007): Non-inferior with better safety profile.

## Considerations
- FDA-approved.
- Generally well-tolerated; monitor LFTs.

## Disclaimer
Educational content only. Not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Most research peptides are not FDA-approved for human therapeutic use. Consult a licensed clinician before any use.