Itraconazole tablets are one of the most widely used drugs for the treatment of fungal infections, which help to inhibit the growth of fungi in the body with targeted measures. We provide you with information about itraconazole.

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brand name of itraconazole tablets

This pill comes in a 100 mg dose and is available under various brand names, including:

• Itranx
• Itragin
• Noxy Fange
• Mycomis

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What is itraconazole tablet for?

Itraconazole tablets are prescribed to treat a variety of fungal infections, including lung infections and nail infections.

This drug is also sometimes used to prevent fungal infections in people who have human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) or acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

How to take itraconazole tablets

The method of using itraconazole 100 depends on the type of your disease and the location of the infection... but in general, it is recommended to observe the following when taking this medicine:

• Take the medicine with food.
• Swallow the medicine whole...do not chew or crush it.
• Antacids may reduce the absorption of this drug.... The best time to take itraconazole tablets is 2 hours before or one hour after taking an antacid.
• If you have low stomach acid or take medications that reduce stomach acid (for example, H2 blockers such as ranitidine and proton pump inhibitors such as omeprazole), take itraconazole tablets with acidic beverages (such as soda).
• Dose of the medicine and duration of its use depends on your medical condition and your body's response to the treatment.... Take the medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor.... In some situations, it may be necessary to take the medicine periodically.... For example, take the medicine twice a day for one week and then stop it for three weeks.
• To improve the effectiveness of the medicine, eat it at certain times.
• Even if the symptoms of the disease disappear after a few days, continue taking the medicine for as long as the doctor ordered. Stopping itraconazole early may lead to the return of the infection.
• Itraconazole capsules, tablets and solution are absorbed in the body in different ways and may be used for different purposes.... Do not switch them without consulting your doctor.
• If your condition does not improve or worsens, tell your doctor.

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Complications of foreign and Iranian itraconazole tablets

Itraconazole tablets may cause side effects in some people.... Call your doctor if the following symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• Diarrhea or constipation
• Nausea or vomiting
• flatulence
• Heartburn
• stomach ache
• Unpleasant taste in the mouth
• Headache
• dizziness
• to sweat
• Muscle pain or weakness
• joint pain
• Decreased libido
• Inability to create or maintain an erection
• Irregular menstruation
• Depression
• Running nose and other cold symptoms
• Fever
• Hair loss

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Serious side effects

Some of the side effects of itraconazole tablets are serious and require immediate treatment. Among these complications, the following can be mentioned:

• Ringing in the ears
• Inability to control urine or increase in urine volume
• Continuous pain that starts in the stomach, but may spread to the back

In addition, if you experience the following symptoms, you should stop taking the drug and seek treatment immediately:

• Symptoms of liver problems (constant nausea or vomiting, loss of appetite, stomach pain, yellow eyes or skin, and dark urine)
• hives, itching, swelling of the face, throat, tongue, lips, eyes, hands or feet, hoarseness and difficulty breathing or swallowing
• Hearing loss
• Skin blistering

Itraconazole tablets may have other side effects... If you experience unusual problems while taking this medicine, consult your doctor.

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Precautions or Contraindications

To avoid possible side effects of itraconazole tablets, you should observe the following points:

• Tell your doctor if you are allergic to itraconazole, fluconazole, ketoconazole, posaconazole, or any other medications.
• Tell your doctor what medications, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to start taking....Give your doctor a list of all over-the-counter or prescription products you have taken in the past 2 weeks.
• Tell your doctor about any medical history, especially cystic fibrosis, reduced stomach acid, organ transplant, low white blood cells, immune system problems (such as HIV or AIDS), liver disease, kidney disease, heart disease (including coronary artery disease, heart valve disease, irregular heartbeat, and obstructive heart disease (chronic lung disease) and lung disease..
• This drug may cause heart failure. (conditions in which the heart cannot pump enough blood in the body)...
• Itraconazole tablets may cause dizziness, blurred vision, or double vision.... Do not drive or do anything that requires alertness and clear vision until you understand how it affects you.
• Avoid drinking alcoholic beverages....Alcohol increases the risk of serious liver problems.

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Drug interactions of itraconazole

Itraconazole tablets interact with the following drugs:

• Cimetidine
• fluticasone nasal spray
• Famotidine
Lansoprazole nizatidine Omeprazole
• Ranitidine
• Blood thinners (such as ticagrelor)
Colchi Sin Medications prescribed to treat irregular heartbeats (such as disopyramide, dofetilide, drendarone, and quinidine)
• Eplerenone
• Flodipine
• Fesotrodine
• Irinotkan
• Ivabradine
Lorazidone
• Methadone
• Midazolam
Nisoldipine
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• Ranolazine
• Some statins (such as lovastatin and simvastatin)
• Solifenacin
• Telithromycin
• Triazolam

This article may not cover all of the drug interactions of itraconazole.... Since taking this pill with other medications can lead to very serious and even fatal side effects, give your doctor a list of all the medications and supplements you are taking.. Also, do not start taking any medication without consulting your doctor.

Interactions of itraconazole tablets in the body

Itraconazole tablet belongs to a special class of antifungal drugs called azole.... This drug helps to treat infection by inhibiting the growth of fungi.

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vulnerable people

The use of itraconazole tablets during pregnancy should be limited only when necessary.... because it may harm the fetus.... It is usually recommended that women of childbearing age take the pill 2-3 days after the start of menstruation to make sure that they are not pregnant.... Also, during the treatment and up to 2 months after, they should use an effective method of contraception.

This drug enters breast milk... Consult your doctor about the risks of taking itraconazole tablets during breastfeeding.

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The correct use of itraconazole tablets requires a doctor's consultation and has a significant impact on your recovery... If you need more information about this drug, you can visit the website of GCORP LLC and consult with the best specialist doctors, including an online infectious disease doctor, or use the online specialist re-appointment system. to the specialist you want.

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