Itranox 100 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 15.00 (8 x 4: ৳ 480.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Itraconazole |
| Company | Silva pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Title
- Itranox 100 mg Capsule
Categories
- Antifungal Medication
- Antimycotic Drug
- Therapeutic Class: Drugs for Subcutaneous and Mycoses
Description
- Used for the treatment of oropharyngeal candidiasis
- Vulvovaginal candidiasis
- Pityriasis versicolor
- Tinea pedis
- Tinea cruris
- Tinea corporis
- Tinea manuum
- Onychomycosis
- Histoplasmosis
- Systemic candidiasis
- Aspergillosis
- Cryptococcosis
- Maintenance therapy in AIDS patients
- Prevention of fungal infection during prolonged neutropenia
- Inhibition of Cytochrome P-450 dependent enzymes
- Impairment of biosynthesis of ergosterol in yeast and fungal cells
Dosage
- 100mg & 200mg preparation
- 65mg & 130mg preparation
- Specific dosages for different fungal diseases such as vulvovaginal candidiasis, pityriasis versicolor, tinea corporis, tinea cruris, tinea pedis, tinea manuum, oropharyngeal candidiasis, onychomycosis, aspergillosis, candidiasis, non-meningeal cryptococcosis, cryptococcal meningitis, histoplasmosis, maintenance in AIDS, and prophylaxis in neutropenia
Interaction
- Concurrent use of terfenadine, astemizole, cisapride, HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, oral midazolam, or triazolam should be avoided
- Interactions observed with rifampin, phenytoin, phenobarbital, digoxin, and calcium channel blockers
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to the drug or any ingredient
- Severe hepatic disease
- Concurrent use with rifampin
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Dyspepsia
- Constipation
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Raised liver enzymes
- Menstrual disorders
- Allergic reactions
- Hepatitis
- Cholestatic jaundice
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Hypokalaemia
- Oedema
- Hair loss
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Contraindicated in pregnancy
- Not recommended during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Impaired absorption with reduced gastric acidity
- Administration after a full meal
- Possible hepatitis and jaundice with prolonged use
- Monitoring of liver function in patients on continuous treatment
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- In a cool & dry place
- Away from light
- Keep out of reach of children
Commonly Asked Questions
- Duration of effect
- Onset of action
- Pregnancy warnings
- Breastfeeding warnings
- Not habit forming
- Quick Tips for usage