Description
Fungal infections are common and can affect various body parts. Itraconazole is a widely used as an antifungal agent to treat a wide range of fungal infections. Aviva Pharmatech is marketing the best quality Itraconazole 200mg capsules, under the brand name ICOVA 200 and comply with all the healthcare and quality standards. The medicine is available in properly labeled packaging in a 10X1X10 size.
Indications
Itraconazole is a highly effective antifungal agent prescribed for the treatment of fungal infections of the mouth or vagina (thrush), skin, and other parts of the body such as fingers and toenails. ICOVA 200 offer a broad spectrum of activity, excellent tissue distribution, exhibits potent fungistatic (slows the growth) activity against yeast-like fungi and fungicidal (kills the fungus) activity against Aspergillus spp., is effective even in immune-compromised patients, safe agents in empirical anti-fungal therapy.
Itraconazole works by inhibiting the growth of fungi by destroying their cell wall, important for their survival. This stops the growth of fungi in the body, providing relief from the infections.
How to Use Itraconazole 200mg Capsules
The antifungal capsules shall be taken as per the dosage and duration prescribed by your healthcare professional. It is recommended to take the capsules with food to avoid an upset stomach. Maintain a gap of 2 hours before taking the medications; antacids, H2-blockers, or proton pump inhibitors as it may cause negative health effects. Swallow an entire capsule with a glass of water and do not crush, chew, or break the capsules.
Side Effects of Itraconazole 200mg Capsules
Itraconazole capsules may have mild to moderate temporary side effects that may get resolved over time. The capsules may cause a wide array of side effects that may not be the same in all users and depend on the health condition and interaction with the medication. Inform your doctor if the side effects worsen or persist with time. The range of side effects noticed on using the Itraconazole capsules are briefed below:
- Allergic Reactions Like Skin Rash, Itching or Hives, Swelling of The Face, Lips, Or Tongue
- Changes In Hearing
- Pain, Tingling, Numbness in The Hands or Feet
- Dark Yellow or Brown Urine
- Fast, Irregular Heartbeat
- Sudden Weight Gain
- Swelling Of the Ankles
Safety Precautions and Warnings
- Do not indulge in the over dosage of the medicine as it can cause a wide range of side effects.
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Itraconazole capsules.
- The medicine shall be kept in a cool and dry place away from direct sunlight.
- Get in touch with your doctor if the side effects persist or get severe.
- Fungal infections are difficult to treat and takes a long time to cure it completely. Complete the entire course of the medication (however long it may be), do not skip the dosages or abruptly stop the treatment.