Intawin 400 Tablet- 1
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Manufactured By Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Composition Fluconazole (400mg)
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Intawin 400mg Tablet.
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A: Intawin is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush – infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.Intawin capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).
Q: Can Intawin be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
A: Intawin has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Intawin also.
Q: Can Intawin be taken with azithromycin?
A: Yes, Intawin can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.
Q: Can Intawin cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Intawin. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Intawin.
Q: Is Intawin a steroid?
A: Intawin is not a steroid. Intawin belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Is Intawin an antibiotic?
A: Intawin is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q: Is Intawin safe?
A: Intawin is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Intawin fungistatic or fungicidal?
A: Intawin is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Q: Is Intawin over the counter (OTC)?
A: Intawin is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Intawin with ciprofloxacin?
A: Intawin can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Intawin with metronidazole?
A: Intawin can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Intawin with probiotics?
A: Intawin can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Intawin with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin and Intawin both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Intawin with omeprazole?
A: Intawin can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Intawin with citalopram?
A: Intawin can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Intawin with cetirizine?
A: Intawin can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Intawin with erythromycin?
A: Use of Intawin and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Intawin and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q: Can I take Intawin with nitrofurantoin?
A: Intawin can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Intawin work?
A: Intawin works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Intawin treat bacterial vaginosis?
A: Intawin does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Intawin is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).
Q: Does Intawin treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Intawin is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
Q: Does Intawin make you tired?
A: Intawin can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Intawin as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Intawin can affect your liver.
Q: Does Intawin contain penicillin?
A: Intawin does not contain penicillin. Intawin belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Intawin have sulfa in it?
A: Intawin does not contain sulfur. Intawin belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Intawin treat chlamydia?
A: Intawin does not treat Chlamydia. Intawin is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q: Can I take Intawin for yeast infection?
A: Intawin is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.
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