Santra 100mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Tuttsan Pharma Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (100mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Santra 100mg 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
Santra 100mg 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. Santra 100mg 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 Santra 100mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Santra 100mg 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
Santra 100mg 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
Santra 100mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Quick Tips
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 Santra 100mg Tablet. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Santra 100mg Tablet used for?
Santra 100mg Tablet is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections can include ringworm, foot infection, or groin/buttocks infections. It also treats persistent nail and toenail infections, persistent yeast infections of the vagina, mouth, or throat in patients with lower disease resistance. This medicine is used for cryptococcal infections and fungal infections caused by Histoplasma, Aspergillus, and Blastomyces.
How long do I need to take Santra 100mg Tablet?
The dose and treatment duration depend on the type and site of infection, as well as your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Santra 100mg Tablet for athlete's foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), the treatment might last for 30 days. However, for candidal infection of the vagina, treatment duration may be from one day to three days depending on the dosage prescribed by your doctor.
I am taking Santra 100mg Tablet for a nail infection and there doesn't seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should not stop taking Santra 100mg Tablet without completing the full course because this might not completely eradicate the fungal infection. Fungal infections in nails take about six-nine months to clear, as new nail growth will occur after the medicine eliminates the fungus. Do not worry if you don't see any improvement during treatment.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor may have requested blood tests to monitor your liver function. Santra 100mg Tablet can cause serious liver damage, so if you experience loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking this medicine, inform your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and Santra 100mg Tablet together?
Santra 100mg Tablet can be taken when the stomach is adequately acidic. Medicines for stomach ulcers, heartburn, or indigestion neutralize the acid produced by the stomach. Therefore, it's best to take antacids or such medications approximately two hours after taking Santra 100mg Tablet. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Santra 100mg Tablet capsules with a glass of cola.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Santra 100mg Tablet?
Sometimes, fungi can change their composition in the body and become resistant to medication. This phenomenon is known as drug resistance. Resistance to Santra 100mg Tablet has been reported for certain Candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis). It's crucial not to use Santra 100mg Tablet if infections are caused by these species. It's also important to finish the full course of treatment to avoid developing drug resistance.
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Santra 100mg Tablet now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Santra 100mg Tablet together; however, be mindful of the side effects of Alprazolam like lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Santra 100mg Tablet, communicate this to your doctor, who will adjust Alprazolam's dosage.
My doctor prescribed Santra 100mg 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 Santra 100mg Tablet to your friend because this medication interacts with the medication dofetilide. This interaction can disrupt the heart's electrical activity, potentially posing a risk to the patient.
