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Intawin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Intawin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Intawin depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Intawin side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Intawin go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Intawin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Intawin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Intawin related warnings section.
Intawin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Intawin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Intawin have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Intawin is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Intawin is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult(Female) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Intawin safe for pregnant women?
Intawin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Intawin safe during breastfeeding?
Intawin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Intawin on the Kidneys?
Intawin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Intawin on the Liver?
Intawin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Intawin on the Heart?
Intawin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Intawin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intawin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Intawin habit forming or addictive?
Intawin is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Intawin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Intawin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Intawin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Intawin
Taking Intawin with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Intawin
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Intawin with alcohol will be.
Intawin can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.
No, Usually Intawin does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Intawin only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
Yes, Intawin can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.
No, Intawin is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.
Yes, Intawin is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diflucan® (fluconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 793-794