New Year Bumper Sale @ Rs. 1 X
Itromed, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Gel,Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Itromed have also been mentioned below.
The optimal dosage of Itromed is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Itromed as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Itromed normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Itromed is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Itromed has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Itromed related warnings section.
Itromed is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Itromed contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Itromed may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Itromed is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Itromed 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
Is the use of Itromed safe for pregnant women?
Itromed can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Itromed right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Itromed safe during breastfeeding?
Itromed may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Itromed on the Kidneys?
Itromed rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Itromed on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Itromed on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Itromed on the Heart?
Side effects of Itromed rarely affect the heart.
Itromed 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 Itromed unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Itromed habit forming or addictive?
Itromed is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Itromed can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Itromed is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Itromed cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Itromed
Taking Itromed with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itromed
Taking alcohol with Itromed can be dangerous.
No, Itromed is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
Yes, Itromed and terbinafine can be taken together because combination therapy provides a broad spectrum of coverage against fungal infections.
Itromed can be taken orally and applied topically. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection.
Yes, Itromed can cause high blood pressure. As per research, patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension are more vulnerable to the congestive heart failure.
No, usually Itromed 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.
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