IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR
Manufacturer
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (400mg)
Key Information
Short Description
IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
Dosage Form
Tablet SR
Introduction
IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR 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. IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR is to be taken with food.
How it works
IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Quick Tips
IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR 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 IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR.
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Frequently asked questions
What is IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR used for?
IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. These include ringworm, athlete's foot, infection of the feet or groin area, persistent fungal nail infections, and vaginal or oral candidiasis.
For how long do I need to take IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR?
The duration of treatment with IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR varies depending on the type and site of infection. Treatment for athlete's foot may last 30 days, while fungal nail infections can take up to 6-9 months to resolve.
I am taking IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should complete the full course of treatment with IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR as stopping early may not fully cure the fungal infection.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor is monitoring your liver function due to potential risks associated with IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR use, including liver damage. If you experience symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain, inform your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR together?
Take antacids or other stomach acid reducers at least 2 hours after taking IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR to ensure optimal absorption of the medication. If you need to use an antacid, consider taking IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR with a cola drink instead.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR?
Drug resistance occurs when fungi in your body adapt and the medication no longer works. Resistance to IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR has been reported for certain candida species, so complete the full treatment course as prescribed by your doctor.
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR now?
You can take both Alprazolam and IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR together, but monitor any side effects from the combination of medications, such as lightheadedness or drowsiness.
My doctor prescribed IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR 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 IT Mac 400mg Tablet SR to your friend because the medication interferes with the working of dofetilide, which can cause heart rhythm disturbances.
