ITRACAP 100MG CAP 4S
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 , H2 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.