Itzole 200mg Capsule
Manufacturer
Toubib Pharma Private Limited
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Itzole 200mg Capsule 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
Capsule
Introduction
Itzole 200mg 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.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Itzole 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Itzole 200mg Capsule 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 Itzole 200mg Capsule. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Itzole 200mg Capsule used for?
Itzole 200mg Capsule 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 infection. It also treats persistent nail and toenail, persistent yeast infections (candidiasis) of the vagina, oral or throat infections in patients with low disease resistance. It is also used to treat cryptococcal infection and infections caused by Histoplasma, Aspergillus, and Blastomyces.
How long do I need to take Itzole 200mg Capsule?
The dose and duration of treatment depend on the type and site of infection, as well as your response to treatment. For example, if you are taking Itzole 200mg Capsule 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 infections of the vagina, the duration might span from 1 day to 3 days, depending on the dosage advised by your doctor.
I am taking Itzole 200mg Capsule for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should not stop taking Itzole 200mg Capsule without completing the entire course because doing so may not completely cure the fungal infection. Nail lesions often take 6-9 months to disappear because 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 function. Itzole 200mg Capsule can cause serious liver damage, so if you experience loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Itzole 200mg Capsule, you should tell your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and Itzole 200mg Capsule together?
Itzole 200mg Capsule can be used 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 Itzole 200mg Capsule. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Itzole 200mg Capsule capsules with a drink of cola.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Itzole 200mg Capsule?
Drug resistance sometimes occurs when the fungi change in your body, and the medicine no longer works. This is called drug resistance. Resistance to Itzole 200mg Capsule has been reported with some Candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis). Itzole 200mg Capsule should not be used for infections caused by these species. Take the complete course of Itzole 200mg Capsule to prevent drug resistance.
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start taking Itzole 200mg Capsule now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Itzole 200mg Capsule together. However, watch for side effects of alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If these side effects appear after taking Itzole 200mg Capsule, talk to your doctor who will adjust the dose of alprazolam.
My doctor prescribed Itzole 200mg Capsule 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 Itzole 200mg Capsule to your friend because Itzole 200mg Capsule interferes with the working of dofetilide. This interference can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart, which can be harmful to the patient.
