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Itraconazole (100mg)
Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
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Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with food. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop the treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses, you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule is to be taken with food.
No common side effects listed.
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
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Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule helps treat fungal infections of the mouth, skin, vagina, or any other parts of the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food, preferably at the same time every day. Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule.
Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. It treats ringworm, foot infections, groin/buttocks infections, persistent nail infections (including fingernails and toenails), and candidiasis (yeast) infections of the vagina or mouth/throat in patients with lower disease resistance. It is also used for cryptococcal infection and fungal infections caused by Histoplasma, aspergillus, and Blastomyces.
The duration of treatment depends on the specific infection (type and location) and your response to treatment. Treatment for athlete's foot, for example, might last for 30 days. However, for candidal infections of the vagina, the dose may span from one day to three days depending on the doctor's prescribed dosage.
No, you should not stop taking Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule without completing the entire course because doing so may not completely cure the fungal infection. It usually takes about 6-9 months for nail lesions to disappear as the new nail grows slowly after medication eliminates the fungus. If you do not see any improvement during treatment, don't worry, continue taking the medicine.
Your doctor is likely monitoring your liver function. Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule may cause serious liver damage, so if you experience symptoms like loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking the medication, inform your doctor immediately.
Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule can be taken if there is sufficient acid in the stomach. Medicines for heartburn, indigestion, or stomach ulcers neutralize the acid produced by the stomach. Therefore, take antacids or similar medicines 2 hours after taking Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule. If you take antacids (stomach acid blockers), take Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule capsules with a drink of cola.
Drug resistance can occur when the fungus modifies itself in your body, making the medicine ineffective. It has been reported that some candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis) have developed resistance to Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule. If you experience this with a fungal infection, your doctor will recommend alternative treatment options.
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule together. However, be mindful of the side effects of Alprazolam like lightheadedness or drowsiness. If these side effects occur after taking Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule, speak to your doctor, who may need to adjust the dose of Alprazolam.
Your doctor did not prescribe Ceastra -XL 100 Capsule to your friend because the medication interferes with the working of dofetilide, which can potentially lead to heart problems like electrical disturbances.