Itracap 100 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 17.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 510.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 170.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Itraconazole |
| Company | Benham pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Used for oropharyngeal candidiasis
- Treatment of pityriasis versicolor
- Effective against tinea pedis
Pharmacology
- Inhibits Cytochrome P-450 dependent enzymes
- Impairs biosynthesis of ergosterol
Dosage & Administration
- 100 & 200 mg preparation
- Dosage for vulvovaginal candidiasis
- Dosage for tinea corporis
- Pediatric use contraindicated
Interaction
- Avoid concurrent use with terfenadine
- Significant interactions with rifampin and phenytoin
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with severe hepatic disease
- Avoid in patients taking rifampin
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Headache
- Allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Contraindicated in pregnancy
- Not recommended during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Absorption impaired with reduced gastric acidity
- Monitor liver function for prolonged use
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for subcutaneous and mycoses
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Keep away from light
Common Questions about Itracap 100 mg Capsule
- Duration of effect lasts up to 16-28 hours
- Onset of action observed to be in 2 hours
- Not habit forming
Quick Tips
- Helps treat fungal infections
- Take with food
- Use reliable contraception during treatment