Itaspor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule, Tablet, Powder. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Itaspor has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Itaspor depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Itaspor have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Itaspor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Itaspor is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Itaspor has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Itaspor related warnings section.
Itaspor can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Itaspor in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease. The section on Itaspor contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Itaspor with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Itaspor is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Itaspor 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Itaspor is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Itaspor safe for pregnant women?
Itaspor can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Itaspor, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Itaspor safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Itaspor may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Itaspor should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Itaspor on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Itaspor on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Itaspor on the Liver?
Itaspor may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Itaspor on the Heart?
Itaspor has very mild side effects on the heart.
Itaspor 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 Itaspor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Itaspor habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Itaspor has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Itaspor you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Itaspor only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Itaspor in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Itaspor
Taking Itaspor with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Itaspor
Consuming Itaspor with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Discontinuation of Itaspor on your own can cause unwanted side effects. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Itaspor is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to apply or take this drug orally without recommendation.
Yes, Itaspor 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.
No, Itaspor does not cause cancer, infact, clinical evidence shows that it has an anti-neoplastic (anti-cancer) activity and synergistic action with other chemotherapeutic agents (agents used in cancer treatment).
No, Itaspor does not affect the sperm count in males, however, if you're experiencing any reproductive disorder after taking this medication, please inform your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
