Intawin 400 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Intawin 400 Tablet Information

Intawin 400 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Intawin 400 Tablet have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Intawin 400 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Intawin 400 Tablet as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Intawin 400 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Intawin 400 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Intawin 400 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Intawin 400 Tablet related warnings section.

Intawin 400 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Intawin 400 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Intawin 400 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Intawin 400 Tablet is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Intawin Benefits & Uses
Intawin Dosage & How to Take
Intawin Side Effects
Intawin Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Intawin with Other Drugs
Intawin Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Intawin
Intawin Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Intawin 400 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Intawin 400 Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)

Intawin 400 Tablet 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(Female)	Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for 6 months
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Intawin 400 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Intawin 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Intawin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Intawin 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Intawin does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Intawin 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?

Intawin may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Intawin 400 Tablet on the Liver?

Intawin is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Intawin 400 Tablet on the Heart?

Intawin may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Intawin 400 Tablet with Other Drugs

Intawin 400 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Intawin 400 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Intawin 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Intawin 400 Tablet

Is this Intawin 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Intawin 400 Tablet is not addictive in nature.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Intawin 400 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Intawin 400 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Intawin 400 Tablet for mental disorders.

No

Intawin 400 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Intawin 400 Tablet

Taking Intawin 400 Tablet with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Intawin 400 Tablet

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Intawin 400 Tablet with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Intawin 400 Tablet

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Intawin?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Intawin can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Intawin nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Usually Intawin does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Intawin only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Intawin treat balanitis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Intawin can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Intawin antibacterial?

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

No, Intawin is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Intawin safe to use?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Intawin 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 indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.