Conavik 200 Tablet
Manufacturer
Bioshine Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Conavik 200 Tablet is an antifungal medication used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Conavik 200 Tablet 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.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush, or break it. Conavik 200 Tablet is to be taken with food.
How it works
Conavik 200 Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Conavik 200 Tablet 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 Conavik 200 Tablet Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain Inform your doctor if you develop allergic reactions, nerve pain, or hearing loss
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Frequently asked questions
What is Conavik 200 Tablet used for?
Conavik 200 Tablet is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections caused can be ringworm, foot infection, or groin and buttocks infections. This medicine also treats persistent infection of fingernails and toenails, persistent candidiasis (yeast) infections of the vagina or Candida (yeast) infections of the mouth or throat in patients with lower disease resistance. It is also used in the treatment of cryptococcal infection and infections caused by Histoplasma, aspergillus, and Blastomyces.
For how long do I need to take Conavik 200 Tablet?
The dose and duration of treatment depend on the type and site of infection and your response to treatment. For example, if you are taking Conavik 200 Tablet for athlete's foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), the dosage may need to be taken for 30 days. On the other hand, if you are taking it for candidiasis of the vagina, the dose may span from 1 day to 3 days depending on the dosage advised by the doctor.
I am taking Conavik 200 Tablet for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should not stop taking Conavik 200 Tablet 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 after the medicine eliminates the fungus, the new nail takes several months to grow. Do not worry if you do not see any improvement during the treatment.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor is likely trying to monitor your liver’s functioning. Conavik 200 Tablet may cause serious liver damage, and therefore if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Conavik 200 Tablet, you should tell your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and Conavik 200 Tablet together?
Conavik 200 Tablet can be used by the body if there is sufficient acid in the stomach. Medications for stomach ulcers, heartburn, or indigestion neutralize the acid produced by the stomach, so take antacids or any such medicine about 2 hours after taking Conavik 200 Tablet. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Conavik 200 Tablet capsules with a drink of cola.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Conavik 200 Tablet?
Sometimes, fungi can change their structure in your body, making the medicine no longer effective. This is called drug resistance. Resistance to Conavik 200 Tablet has been reported with some Candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis). Conavik 200 Tablet should not be used for infections caused by these species. Take the full course of Conavik 200 Tablet to avoid drug resistance.
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start taking Conavik 200 Tablet now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Conavik 200 Tablet together, but be sure to watch out for any side effects of Alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Conavik 200 Tablet, talk to your doctor who will adjust the dose of Alprazolam.
My doctor prescribed Conavik 200 Tablet to me but not to my friend who had a similar fungal infection because she was on dofetilide. Why is it so?
Your doctor did not prescribe Conavik 200 Tablet to your friend because Conavik 200 Tablet interferes with the working of dofetilide. This interference can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart, which could be harmful to the patient.
