Itcard 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Cardea Biotech
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Itcard 200mg Tablet 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
Introduction
Itcard 200mg 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. Itcard 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
Nausea Dizziness Headache Vomiting Diarrhea Abdominal pain Constipation Dyspepsia
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Itcard 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Itcard 200mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Itcard 200mg Tablet 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.
Interacting Medicines
Alfuzosin Amisulpride Aripiprazole Carbamazepine
How it works
Itcard 200mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Itcard 200mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Itcard 200mg Tablet used for?
Itcard 200mg Tablet is used to treat various fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum, including ringworm infection, foot infection, and groin and buttocks infection. It also treats persistent candida (yeast) infections of the vagina or mouth/throat in patients with lower disease resistance.
For how long do I need to take Itcard 200mg Tablet?
The duration of treatment depends on the type and site of infection, as well as your response to the treatment. For athlete's foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), the dose may need to be taken for 30 days, while for candidal infection of the vagina, the dose may span from 1 day to 3 days depending on the dosage advised by the doctor.
I am taking Itcard 200mg Tablet for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should not stop taking Itcard 200mg 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.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor is probably trying to monitor your liver's functioning, as Itcard 200mg Tablet may cause serious liver damage. If you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Itcard 200mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and Itcard 200mg Tablet together?
Itcard 200mg Tablet can be utilized by the body if there is sufficient acid in the stomach. Medicines for stomach ulcers, heartburn, or indigestion neutralize the acid produced by the stomach. Therefore, take antacids or any such medicine about 2 hours after taking Itcard 200mg Tablet.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Itcard 200mg Tablet?
Sometimes it happens that the fungi get modified in your body and the medicine no longer works. This is called drug resistance. Resistance to Itcard 200mg Tablet has been reported with some candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis).
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Itcard 200mg Tablet now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Itcard 200mg Tablet together, but keep a watch on the side effects of alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Itcard 200mg Tablet, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.
My doctor prescribed Itcard 200mg 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 Itcard 200mg Tablet to your friend because Itcard 200mg Tablet interferes with the working of dofetilide, which can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart.
