Itrasol 200

Composition

Itraconazole (200mg)

Uses of Itrasol 200

Treatment of fungal infections such as aspergillosis, histoplasmosis, blastomycosis; dermatophytosis (tinea/ringworm), pityriasis versicolor; candidiasis (oral/esophageal/vaginal); onychomycosis (nail fungal infection) as prescribed.

• •Treats skin fungal infections (tinea)
• •Treats candidiasis
• •Helps in nail fungal infection (onychomycosis)
• •Used for systemic fungal infections

How it works

Itraconazole is a triazole antifungal that inhibits fungal CYP450 enzyme 14-alpha-demethylase, reducing ergosterol synthesis. This disrupts the fungal cell membrane and stops fungal growth, leading to clearance of infection.

Directions for use

Capsule: take exactly as prescribed. Usually taken with food (better absorption); swallow whole and do not crush/chew. Take at the same time each day; duration depends on infection type and site. Avoid taking with acid-suppressing medicines unless advised.

Side effects

Common side effects of Itrasol 200 may include:

• •Nausea
• •abdominal pain
• •diarrhea
• •headache
• •dizziness
• •rash
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