Uses / Indications:
The doctor prescribes ITROMED 200 Capsule for:
Fungal diseases of skin, nails, and mucous membranes
Dermatophytosis (ringworm, jock itch, athlete's foot)
Onychomycosis is a fungal infection of the nails.
Oral thrush (candidiasis)
Vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection)
Systemic fungal infections include blastomycosis, histoplasmosis, aspergillosis, and cryptococcosis.
Pityriasis versicolor (tinea versicolor)
Fungal keratitis (eye illnesses caused by fungus—used by specialists)
Pregnancy interaction:
If there is no other option, itraconazole should not be used during pregnancy.
Studies on animals have suggested that it could be bad for the fetus.
Should only be taken with appropriate medical supervision if the benefits outweigh the hazards.
You must use effective birth control during treatment and for at least two months following your last dose.
Breastfeeding: Itraconazole may pass into breast milk; use is not advised unless needed.
Before you start taking ITROMED, always tell your doctor if you are pregnant, trying to get pregnant, or breastfeeding.
Expert advice:
Take ITROMED after food for best effectiveness.
Do not drink alcohol while you are getting therapy since it makes your liver more likely to become toxic.
Do not consume antacids or proton pump inhibitors close to dosage time.
Tell your doctor if you have heart failure, liver disease, or kidney problems.
If your eyes or skin turn yellow, your urine turns dark, you have stomach ache, or you are always tired, you should call right away. These are all indicators of liver problems.
Use the whole course to stop it from coming back or becoming resistant.
It is recommended to check liver function tests on a regular basis when on long-term therapy.
Do not mix with statins or some heart medications without a doctor's supervision.
Side Effects:
Throwing up and feeling sick
Stomach pain and bloating
Headache
Dizzy
Constipation or diarrhea
Not as Common:
Itching or rash on the skin
Changes in taste
Tiredness
Not common, but serious:
Hepatic damage - icterus, black urine, chronic nausea
Signs of heart failure include swelling in the legs and trouble breathing.
Severe allergic reaction: redness, edema, and trouble breathing
Peripheral neuropathy is when your hands or feet tingle or go numb.
If you have major side effects, get medical help right once.
How to use:
As your doctor says, take one capsule once or twice a day.
Always take it after a big meal to help it get into your body better.
Do not crush, chew, or break the capsule; just swallow it whole with water.
Finish the whole course of treatment, even if your symptoms go better right away.
If you forget a dose, take it when you recollect, unless it's almost time for the next one.
Don't take twice as much medicine to make up for a missed dosage.
Tip: Don't take antacids or drugs that lower acid levels (such Pantoprazole or Ranitidine) within two hours of or after taking ITROMED. These can make it harder for your body to absorb the drug.
How it works:
ITROMED 200 Capsule includes Itraconazole, a triazole antifungal drug that works by:
Stopping the production of ergosterol, which is an important part of the fungal cell membrane.
The fungal cell wall breaks down without ergosterol, which lets important cell contents leak out and kills the fungus.
It works against many types of fungi, including as Candida, Aspergillus, Trichophyton, and Cryptococcus.
➡️ In summary, ITROMED 200 helps remove fungal diseases by preventing fungal development and breaking their cell walls.
Faq for medicine:
1️⃣ What is the purpose of ITROMED 200?
It’s used to treat fungal infections of the skin, nails, mouth, and internal organs.
2. How do I take ITROMED 200?
Take it with water after meals, at the same time every day.
3. Is it safe to take while pregnant?
If your doctor tells you to take it for a bad infection, you shouldn't take it while you're pregnant.
4. How long should I take it?
How long it lasts depends on the type of infection: skin infections usually last 1 to 3 weeks, nail infections last months, and systemic fungal infections last longer.
5. Is it okay to drink beer while using it?
Stay away from alcohol; it raises the risk of liver damage.
6. What if I miss a dose?
Take it as soon as you can, but skip it if it's close to the next dose time. Don't take twice as much.
7️⃣ Does ITROMED make you want to do it again?
No, it doesn't make you want to do it again.
8️⃣ Is it okay to take ITROMED with antacids?
Don't take antacids for two hours before or after taking ITROMED since they make it harder for the body to absorb the drug.
9️⃣ Does ITROMED hurt the liver?
In rare situations, it might. During long-term treatment, liver function tests should be done.
Medicine interaction:
It is known that itraconazole interacts with a number of drugs:
Type Examples Possible Result
PPIs and antacidsOmeprazole, PantoprazoleLower the amount of itraconazole that is absorbed
StatinsLovastatin with SimvastatinHigher chance of muscle injury
AnticoagulantsWarfarinIncreased chance of bleeding
Drugs for the heartQuinidine with DigoxinCould make your heart beat in an odd way
Antibiotics and antiviralsRitonavir with ClarithromycinRaise the levels of itraconazole and its toxicity
AnticonvulsantsCarbamazepine, PhenytoinMake itraconazole less effective
CorticosteroidsDexamethasone, MethylprednisoloneMore exposure throughout the body
⚠️ Always tell your doctor about all the vitamins, minerals, and herbal preparations you take.
