Nocandia 100 mg (Capsule)
Unit Price: ৳ 17.00 (3 x 10: ৳ 510.00)
Strip Price: ৳ 170.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Itraconazole |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Oropharyngeal candidiasis
- Vulvovaginal candidiasis
- Pityriasis versicolor
- Tinea pedis
- Tinea cruris
- Tinea corporis
- Tinea manuum
- Onychomycosis
- Histoplasmosis
- Systemic candidiasis
- Aspergillosis
- Cryptococcosis
Pharmacology
- Inhibits Cytochrome P-450 dependent enzymes
- Impairs biosynthesis of ergosterol
- Affects cell membrane of yeast and fungal cells
- Utilizes SUBA (Super Bio-available) technology for enhancing bioavailability
- Demonstrates broad spectrum of activity
- Has favorable pharmacokinetic profile
Dosage & Administration
- 100 & 200 mg preparations
- 65 mg & 130 mg preparations
- Different dosages for non-systemic and systemic fungal diseases
- Instructions for specific conditions like Vulvovaginal candidiasis, Pityriasis versicolor, Tinea corporis, Tinea cruris, Tinea pedis, Oropharyngeal candidiasis, Onychomycosis, Aspergillosis, Candidiasis, Non-meningeal Cryptococcosis, Cryptococcal meningitis, Histoplasmosis, Maintenance in AIDS, Prophylaxis in neutropenia
- Pediatric use not established
Interaction
- Drugs that should not be given concurrently with Nocandia
- Significant interactions with other medications
- No experience of overdosage reported
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to the drug
- Severe hepatic disease
- Co-administration with rifampin
Side Effects
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
- Dyspepsia
- Constipation
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Raised liver enzymes
- Menstrual disorders
- Allergic reactions
- Hepatitis and cholestatic jaundice
- Peripheral neuropathy
- Stevens-Johnson syndrome
- Hypokalaemia
- Oedema
- Hair loss
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Contraindicated in pregnancy
- Not recommended during breastfeeding
Precautions & Warnings
- Impaired absorption in reduced gastric acidity
- Administration after a full meal
- Cases of hepatitis and jaundice reported
- Monitoring of liver function during continuous treatment
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for subcutaneous and mycoses
Storage Conditions
- Store below 25°C
- Keep in a cool & dry place
- Keep away from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
Common Questions about Nocandia 100 mg Capsule
- Description of the medication
- Duration of effect
- Onset of action
- Pregnancy warnings
- Habit forming nature
- Breast-feeding warnings
- Quick Tips for usage and precautions