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Itra Benefits & Uses

Itra 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

Itra 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

Itra Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Itra 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

Itra Related Warnings

Is the use of Itra safe for pregnant women?

Itra may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Itra, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.

Moderate
Is the use of Itra safe during breastfeeding?

Itra may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Itra on the Kidneys?

Itra rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Itra on the Liver?

Itra is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Itra on the Heart?

Itra has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Itra with Other Drugs

Itra 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

Itra Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Itra 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 Itra

Is this Itra habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Itra has not been reported.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Itra only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Itra for mental disorders.

No

Itra Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Itra

You can take Itra with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Itra

Taking Itra with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Itra

Question about 5 years ago

Can Itra cause high blood pressure?

Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Itra can cause high blood pressure. As per research, patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension are more vulnerable to the congestive heart failure.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Itra cause cancer?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Itra 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).

Question about 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Itra on my own without doctors advice?

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

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Itra without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Itra 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.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Itra?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Itra 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.