
Itral 200mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Alive Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Itral 200mg Tablet is an antifungal medication used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, skin, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Itral 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.
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. Itral 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 Itral 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Itral 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
Itral 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
Itral 200mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Quick Tips
Itral 200mg 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 everyday.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Itral 200mg Tablet used for?
Itral 200mg Tablet is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections can include ringworm, infection of the feet, or infection in the groin and buttocks. This medicine also treats persistent infections of fingernails and toenails, persistent candidiasis (yeast) infections of the vagina or candidiasis (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.
How long do I need to take Itral 200mg Tablet?
The dose and length of treatment depend on the type and site of infection and your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Itral 200mg Tablet 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, on the other hand, if you are taking it 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 Itral 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 Itral 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 as after the medicine eliminates the fungus, 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 probably trying to monitor your liver’s functioning. Itral 200mg Tablet may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Itral 200mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and Itral 200mg Tablet together?
Itral 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 Itral 200mg Tablet. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Itral 200mg Tablet capsules with a drink of cola.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Itral 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 Itral 200mg Tablet has been reported with some candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis). Itral 200mg Tablet should not be used for infection caused due to these species. Take the complete course of Itral 200mg Tablet to avoid drug resistance.
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Itral 200mg Tablet now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Itral 200mg Tablet together, but keep a watch on the side effects of alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Itral 200mg Tablet, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.
My doctor prescribed Itral 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 Itral 200mg Tablet to your friend because Itral 200mg Tablet interferes with the working of dofetilide. This interference can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart, which can be harmful to the patient.