ITRACONAZOLE

- if you are using any other prescription or over-the-

Why is this medicine prescribed to you?
Itraconazole is prescribed to treat fungal infections of the
lungs, mouth, throat, genitals, skin and nails.
How do you use it?
Use itraconazole exactly as instructed by your doctor for it
to be effective.
• Take itraconazole after a full meal.
• Swallow the capsule whole; do not open, crush or chew.
• Continue using this medicine regularly as advised by
your doctor. Avoid skipping any dose even if you feel
better. It is important that you complete the full course
of itraconazole within the duration specified by your
doctor. If you do otherwise, the infection will be more
difficult to treat due to possible resistance of the fungus
to itraconazole.
• If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it
immediately as you remember. However, if it is already
time for the next dose, just proceed with your next
regular dose schedule.
• Unless advised by your doctor, do not double or adjust
dosage, or stop use even if you feel well.
What do you need to know before you use it?
• Inform your doctor or pharmacist:
- if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or
breast-feeding;
- if you have any of the following conditions: allergy,
liver problem, kidney problem, cystic fibrosis, heart
failure, heart problem, heart rhythm problem, history
of Long QT syndrome, chronic obstructive pulmonary
disorder (COPD) or other breathing problem, history
of stroke, neuropathy, decreased gastric acidity, AIDS;
counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or
herbal supplements.
• Do not take antacids and stomach acid reducers such as
cimetidine, ranitidine, omeprazole or lansoprazole
within 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking
itraconazole.
• Keep a regular check-up schedule. Your doctor may
prescribe tests to check and monitor your progress
while under treatment with this medicine.
• If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure,
inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this
medicine before going through it.
• Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines.
You may not experience any side effect; however, if you
experience any of these side effects with itraconazole,
inform your doctor immediately, especially if they
become severe or persistent: nausea, diarrhea,
constipation, stomach discomfort, loss of appetite,
headache, dizziness, weakness, runny nose, fever,
shortness of breath, swelling, rapid weight gain, hearing
problems, numbness or tingling, painful or burning
urination, dark urine, clay-colored stools, yellowing of
the skin or eyes and allergic reactions such as hives,
difficulty breathing and swelling of the face, lips, tongue
or throat.
• If you experience dizziness, do not drive, operate
machinery or perform any activity which will need you
to be alert.
• The side effects mentioned here are not complete and
others may occur. If you observe other side effects or
reactions, call your doctor for advice.
• Do not share your medicine with others even if you
have the same disease symptoms.
How do you handle it before and after use?
Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and
moisture. Keep the medicine out of children’s reach.
Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.

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