Aminocandin (IP960; HMR3270; NXL201) is a new echinocandin with broad-spectrum in vitro activity against Aspergillus and Candida spp. Aminocandin is an intravenous-only echinocandin extended half-life probably permits dosing less frequently than once a day.

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