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Itral, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops, Ointment, Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Itral have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Itral depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Itral have been listed ahead. These side effects of Itral 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 Itral has a Moderate effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Itral related warnings talks about Itral's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Itral since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Itral are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Itral have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Itral is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Itral 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 Itral safe for pregnant women?
Itral can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Itral, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Itral safe during breastfeeding?
Itral may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Itral on the Kidneys?
Itral may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Itral on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Itral on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Itral on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Itral on the heart have been reported.
Itral 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 Itral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Itral habit forming or addictive?
Itral is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Itral, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Itral can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Itral only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Itral for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Itral
It is safe to take Itral with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itral
Consuming Itral with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Itral can be taken orally and applied topically. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection.
Itral is a brand name of Itraconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungals. It is available in different forms such as tablets, capsules, and creams. It is used to treat fungal infections.
Yes, Itral 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 stomach discomfort, headache, and hypokalemia (low potassium)
Yes, Itral can cause high blood pressure. As per research, patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension are more vulnerable to the congestive heart failure.
No, Itral does not affect the sperm count in males, however, if you're experiencing any reproductive disorder after taking this medication, please inform your doctor.
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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
