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Requires Prescription (YES/NO)

Yes

Generics

Itraconazole

Used For

Fungal Infection

How it works

Itraconazole is used to treat yeast infections of the mouth and throat or of the esophagus (tube that connects the throat to the stomach). Itraconazole is in a class of antifungals called triazoles. It works by slowing the growth of fungi that cause infection.

Usage And Safety

Dosage

Adults : 200mg once daily. Increase to 100mg if no improvement. Max : 400mg/day. Children : Not recommended . Consult your doctor or pharmacist for dose adjustment.

Side Effects

Granulocytopenia, Thrombocytopenia , Hyperglycemia, Hyperkalemia, Hypokalemia, Hypomagnesemia , Confusional state , Neuropathy peripheral, Dizziness, Somnolence , Cardiac failure, Left ventricular failure, Tachycardia , : Hypertension, Hypotension , Gastrointestinal disorder , Hepatic failure, Hepatitis, Jaundice , Rash erythematous, Hyperhidrosis , Myalgia, Arthralgia , : Generalized edema, Face edema, Chest pain, Pyrexia, Pain, Fatigue, Chills .

Drug Interactions

Itraconazole : Rifampicin , cyclosporin , h4 antagonists , antacids , tamsulosin , antiarrhythmics , digoxin , cilosrazole , repaglinide , saxagliptin , midazolam , nadolol , tacrolimus , salmeterol , reboxetine , statins , tolvaptan , meloxicam , sirolimus , domperidone , ivabradine, ergot alkaloids.

Indication

It is used for infections caused by fungi or yeasts such as vaginal infections, dermatological infections, onychomycosis etc.

When not to Use

It is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to itraconazole or to any of the excipients.

Precautions

Precaution

When driving vehicles and operating machinery the possibility of adverse reactions such as dizziness, visual disturbances and hearing loss , which may occur in some instances, must be taken into account.

Warnings

Warning 1

Itraconazole has been shown to have a negative inotropic effect and it has been associated with reports of CHF.

Warning 2

There is limited information regarding cross-hypersensitivity between itraconazole and other azole antifungal agents. Caution should be used in prescribing itraconazole capsules to patients with hypersensitivity to other azoles.

Warning 3

The use of capsules in pediatric patients is not recommended unless it is determined that the potential benefit outweighs the potential risks.

Additional Information

Pregnancy category

Always consult your physician before using any medicine.

Storage (YES/NO)

Store this medicine at room temperature, away from direct light and heat.

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