Etricom 200 Capsule
Manufacturer
Om Biotec
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Etricom 200 Capsule 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
Capsule
Introduction
Etricom 200 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. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, dizziness, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, and dyspepsia. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction like severe skin rash, tingling, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have a history of heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may want to check your liver by testing your blood.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Etricom 200 Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Etricom 200 Capsule is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Etricom 200 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 Etricom 200 Capsule. 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.