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Itanol Benefits & Uses

Itanol is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch

Other Benefits

Itanol Dosage & How to Take

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	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then 200 mg/day for 3 months
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then 200 mg/day for 3 months

Itanol Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Itanol is used -

Severe

Hearing Loss
Pancreatic inflammation
Bradycardia
Visual Disturbance
Steven-johnsons syndrome
Angioedema

Moderate

Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Edema

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Rash
Rhinitis
पेट की गैस
Dyspepsia
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Anxiety (Read More - Home Remedies for Anxiety)
Fatigue

Itanol Related Warnings

Is the use of Itanol safe for pregnant women?

Itanol can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Itanol right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Itanol safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Itanol may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Itanol should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Itanol on the Kidneys?

Itanol rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Itanol on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Itanol on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Itanol on the Heart?

Itanol is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Itanol with Other Drugs

Itanol should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Life Threatening

Phenoxybenzamine

Tamsulosin

Chlorpromazine

Quetiapine

Severe

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Itanol Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Itanol unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Cystic Fibrosis

Frequently asked Questions about Itanol

Is this Itanol habit forming or addictive?

Itanol does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Itanol. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Itanol is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Itanol cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Itanol Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Itanol

Taking Itanol with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Itanol

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Itanol as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Itanol

Question over 5 years ago

Does Itanol cause low sperm count in males?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Itanol does not affect the sperm count in males, however, if you're experiencing any reproductive disorder after taking this medication, please inform your doctor.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Itanol?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Itanol 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.

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Itanol on my own without doctors advice?

Dr. Braj Bhushan Ojha BAMS , Gastroenterology, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Ayurveda, Sexology, Diabetology

Discontinuation of Itanol on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.