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ITR Eye Drop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. Other than this, ITR Eye Drop has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of ITR Eye Drop 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of ITR Eye Drop as well, which are listed below. These side effects of ITR Eye Drop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
ITR Eye Drop's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if ITR Eye Drop has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the ITR Eye Drop related warnings section.
ITR Eye Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid ITR Eye Drop in conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by ITR Eye Drop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of ITR Eye Drop with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking ITR Eye Drop is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
ITR Eye Drop 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 |
Is the use of ITR Eye Drop safe for pregnant women?
Itr can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Itr, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of ITR Eye Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Itr should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of ITR Eye Drop on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Itr on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of ITR Eye Drop on the Liver?
Itr is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of ITR Eye Drop on the Heart?
Side effects of Itr rarely affect the heart.
ITR Eye Drop 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 ITR Eye Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this ITR Eye Drop habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of ITR Eye Drop has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking ITR Eye Drop you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume ITR Eye Drop only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, ITR Eye Drop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and ITR Eye Drop
Taking ITR Eye Drop with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and ITR Eye Drop
Taking ITR Eye Drop with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.
No, usually Itr 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.
Yes, Itr 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.
Itraconazole works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus.
Yes, Itr is known to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, pancreatitis, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, gastritis, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after using this medication.
Yes, Itr can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.
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