Uses / Indications:
Voritek 200mg Tablet is given to people who have serious fungal infections, especially when other antifungal medicines don't work or are too strong.
Some common signs are:
Aspergillosis that invades the lungs (a fungal infection)
Candidemia (fungal infection in the blood)
Esophageal candidiasis is an infection of the throat and esophagus.
Fungal infections that affect the skin, kidneys, liver, brain, and other internal organs
Fungal infections induced by species of Scedosporium or Fusarium
Pregnancy interaction:
Pregnancy: Voritek 200mg Tablet is not safe to take while pregnant. Animal research have demonstrated prenatal injury, and sparse human data suggest a potential risk. Only use it if there aren't any safer options and the possible benefit outweighs the risk.
Not recommended for breastfeeding since Voriconazole could get into breast milk and hurt the baby.
As the doctor said, women who can have children should use effective birth control throughout and after treatment.
Expert advice:
For the best absorption, take Voritek on an empty stomach.
Voriconazole makes your skin more sensitive and more likely to become sunburned, so stay out of the sun and wear sunscreen and protective clothing.
You should not drink alcohol while taking this prescription since it could be bad for your liver.
If your eyes turn yellow, you feel sick all the time, or you are always tired, tell your doctor right once. These could be signs of liver damage.
During long-term treatment, it is a good idea to have regular examinations of liver and kidney function.
Don't quit treatment all at once unless your doctor tells you to. Not finishing therapy can cause the problem to come back.
Keep it away from light and moisture and in a cold, dry area.
Side Effects:
Pain in the head
Feeling sick and throwing up
Diarrhea
Problems with vision (blurred vision, changes in color vision, photophobia)
Rash or skin that is sensitive to the sun
Elevated liver enzymes (as found in blood testing)
Serious side effects (call a doctor):
Severe allergic reactions include redness, swelling, and itching.
Hallucinations and confusion
Heartbeats that aren't regular
Yellowing of the skin or eyes (jaundice), which is an indication of liver damage
Abdominal discomfort or vomiting that doesn't go away
How to 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. Voritek 200mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How it works:
Voritek has Voriconazole in it. Voriconazole is a broad-spectrum triazole antifungal that works by
Blocking the fungal enzyme (cytochrome P450-dependent 14α-lanosterol demethylase) that is needed to make ergosterol, which is an important part of the fungal cell membrane.
This damage makes the cell membrane weaker, which lets the fungal cell leak and die.
It only attacks fungal enzymes and leaves human cells alone, which is how it gets rid of the illness.
Using
Follow your doctor's instructions exactly when you take Voritek 200mg Tablet.
For optimal absorption, it is commonly taken one hour before or after a meal.
Do not crush or chew the tablet; just swallow it whole with water.
Take it every day at the same time to keep medication levels steady.
Even if you feel better, finish the whole course. Stopping early can make you relapse or become resistant.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. Don't take it if it's almost time for the next dose.
Faq for medicine:
Q1: What is Voritek 200mg good for?
It treats serious fungal infections such aspergillosis, candidemia, and infections caused by fungi that don't respond to other treatments.
Q2: Is it safe to take Voritek 200mg when pregnant?
No, it is not thought to be safe during pregnancy. Only use if your doctor says it's okay and the benefits are greater than the hazards.
Q3: Is it okay to eat while taking Voritek?
For the optimum absorption, take it on an empty stomach, either one hour before or after a meal.
Q4: Does Voritek make it hard to see?
Yes, it is possible to have temporary blurry vision or sensitivity to light. If your vision is compromised, don't drive or use machinery.
Q5: Is it okay to drink alcohol while taking Voritek?
No, drinking raises the risk of liver damage and should be avoided at all costs.
Q6: What should I do to stay safe while taking Voritek?
Stay out of the sun, finish your full course, and tell your doctor about all the medicines you take. You might need to get blood tests on a regular basis.
Q7: How long do I need to take Voritek?
The length of time depends on the type and severity of the fungal infection. Your doctor will make the decision depending on how well you are doing in the clinic and in the lab.
Medicine interaction:
Voritek 200mg interacts with a lot of other medicines since it changes the CYP450 enzyme system in the liver.
Stay away from or be careful with the following:
Warfarin, phenytoin, rifampicin, carbamazepine, and long-acting barbiturates all change blood levels and make them less effective.
Cyclosporine, tacrolimus, and sirolimus all have a chance of becoming harmful.
Quinidine, pimozide, terfenadine, astemizole, and cisapride can all cause serious problems with cardiac rhythm.
Oral contraceptives may change how well they work.
St. John's Wort (herbal) lowers Voritek levels, thus stay away from it.
Alcohol: Avoid while being treated because it raises the risk of liver damage.
Always tell your doctor about all the medications you are currently taking, even if they are herbal or over-the-counter.
