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ITR Plus Eye Drop, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. ITR Plus Eye Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of ITR Plus Eye Drop is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of ITR Plus Eye Drop have been listed ahead. These side effects of ITR Plus Eye Drop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that ITR Plus Eye Drop has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if ITR Plus Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the ITR Plus Eye Drop related warnings section.
ITR Plus Eye Drop is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by ITR Plus Eye Drop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, ITR Plus Eye Drop may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that ITR Plus Eye Drop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
ITR Plus Eye Drop 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
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Is the use of ITR Plus Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Itr can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Itr, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of ITR Plus Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Itr should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of ITR Plus Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Itr on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of ITR Plus Eye Drop on the Liver?
Itr is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of ITR Plus Eye Drop on the Heart?
Side effects of Itr rarely affect the heart.
ITR Plus Eye Drop should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take ITR Plus Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this ITR Plus Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of ITR Plus Eye Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking ITR Plus Eye Drop you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume ITR Plus Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, ITR Plus Eye Drop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and ITR Plus Eye Drop
Taking ITR Plus Eye Drop with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and ITR Plus Eye Drop
Taking ITR Plus Eye Drop with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, usually Itr does not cause nephrotoxicity. However, patients suffering from kidney disorders should take precaution before taking this medicine and get there kidney function test's (KFT) done to ensure proper functioning of the kidney's.
Yes, Itr can sometimes affect the liver by increasing the secretion of liver enzymes which can damage the liver cells. Rare cases of serious hepatotoxicity (liver damage), including liver failure and death have been reported.
Itraconazole works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus.
Yes, Itr is known to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, pancreatitis, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, gastritis, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after using this medication.
Yes, Itr can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.
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; Sporanox ® (itraconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 794-795