Vilzole 200mg Capsule
Manufacturer
Anvil Biotech
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (200mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Vilzole 200mg Capsule is an antifungal medication used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
Dosage Form
Capsule
Introduction
Vilzole 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. Vilzole 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
How it works
Vilzole 200mg Capsule is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Take it with food preferably at the same time every day Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Vilzole 200mg Capsule Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter 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 Vilzole 200mg Capsule used for?
Vilzole 200mg Capsule is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections include ringworm, foot infection, and groin and buttocks infection. It can also be used in the treatment of persistent fingernail and toenail fungal infections, persistent yeast (Candida) infections in the vagina, or yeast infections in 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.
For how long do I need to take Vilzole 200mg Capsule?
The dose and duration of treatment depend on the type and site of infection, as well as your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Vilzole 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. In contrast, if you are taking it for candidal infection in the vagina, the dose might span from 1 day to 3 days depending on the dosage prescribed by your doctor.
I am taking Vilzole 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 Vilzole 200mg Capsule 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 because after the medicine eliminates the fungus, the new nail takes several months to grow. Don't worry if you do not see any improvement during treatment.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor is probably trying to monitor your liver’s functioning. Vilzole 200mg Capsule may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop symptoms such as loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Vilzole 200mg Capsule, you should tell your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and Vilzole 200mg Capsule together?
Vilzole 200mg Capsule 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 Vilzole 200mg Capsule. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Vilzole 200mg Capsule capsules with a drink of cola.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Vilzole 200mg Capsule?
Sometimes it happens that the fungi get modified in your body and the medicine no longer works. This is called drug resistance. Resistance to Vilzole 200mg Capsule has been reported with some candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis). Vilzole 200mg Capsule should not be used for infection caused due to these species. Take the complete course of Vilzole 200mg Capsule to avoid drug resistance.
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start taking Vilzole 200mg Capsule now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Vilzole 200mg Capsule together, but keep a watch on the side effects of alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Vilzole 200mg Capsule, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.
My doctor prescribed Vilzole 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 Vilzole 200mg Capsule to your friend because Vilzole 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.
