But recently, director of Public health and Preventive Medicine Dr. TS Selvavinayagam saturday said not everyone who is infected by Mucormycosis/Black Fungus requires Amphotericin-B and added that it is not a magical drug. Dr. Selvavinayagam said Mucormycosis is an existing fungal disease and not a new one that is affecting people infected by Covid-19. He said there is no need for panic as there is provision for treatment.

“As of today, 400 Mucormycosis cases have been notified. There is no need for fear or panic. Due to this anxiety among the public, an undue demand for Amphotericin-B is created which is not necessary,” he said. He also said, it is not true that every Covid-19 positive patient requires Amphotericin-B. Further, he added that surgical removal of the infected part is the most complete solution available and those required can be provided with the anti-fungal drug.