Itracan 100mg Capsule
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Manufactured By Cipla Ltd
Composition Itraconazole (100mg)
Package Size ( 4 Capsule in a strip )
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Itracan 100mg Capsule.
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A: Itracan is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of skin, mouth, eyes, nails, vagina and other internal organs.
Q: Is Itracan an antibiotic?
A: Itracan is an anti-fungal antibiotic. It is useful in treating infections caused by fungi, but not by bacteria, viruses or parasites.
Q: Is Itracan safe?
A: Yes, Itracan is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Itracan a steroid?
A: No, Itracan is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of triazoles.
Q: Is Itracan stronger than fluconazole?
A: Itracan is effective against a much wider range of fungal infections as compared to fluconazole. However, both drugs are equally effective and safe if used for same infections.
Q: Can I take Itracan with paracetamol?
A: There are no known drug interactions between Itracan and paracetamol if taken together. However, interaction can occur. Consult your doctor about all medications that you are currently taking before starting Itracan.
Q: Can I take Itracan with amoxicillin or penicillin?
A: There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Itracan when taken with amoxicillin or penicillin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Itracan affect the action of oral contraceptives (birth control pills)?
A: There are no known interactions of Itracan with oral contraceptives (birth control pills). However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor if you are asked to take Itracan and you are already taking oral contraceptives.
Q: Does Itracan treat ringworm (dermatophytoses)?
A: Yes, Itracan is used to treat ringworm (known as dermatophytoses e.g. tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea manuum).
Q: Does Itracan cause an increase in blood pressure?
A: An increase in blood pressure has been seen with Itracan in some studies. However, this is not a very common side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you have a history of high blood pressure or you are experiencing high blood pressure after taking Itracan.
Q: Does Itracan cause erectile dysfunction?
A: Yes, Itracan can rarely cause erectile dysfunction (erection problems). Please consult your doctor if you experience this problem.
Q: Does Itracan cause weight gain?
A: Weight gain has not been reported as an adverse effect with Itracan. However, if you experience unexpected weight gain with Itracan, this could be an indication of an underlying heart problem. Consult your doctor immediately as Itracan can make your heart problem worse.
Q: Is Itracan a sulfa drug?
A: No, Itracan is not a sulfa drug. It is an azole derivative antifungal medicine.
Q: Does Itracan cause drowsiness (feeling sleepy)?
A: Drowsiness (feeling sleepy) has not been reported as a side effect of Itracan. However, in case you feel very sleepy while taking Itracan, you must consult your doctor. Dizziness (feeling of fainting) has been reported as a side effect with Itracan
Q: Does Itracan cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss (alopecia) is reported as a side effect of Itracan in the postmarketing studies. Please consult your doctor in case you experience hair loss while taking Itracan.
Q: Does Itracan kill candida?
A: Yes, Itracan has been shown to be active against candida and is indicated for the treatment of the infections caused by candida. It is indicated for the treatment of oropharyngeal candidasis.
Q: Does Itracan work for nail fungus (dermatophytoses)?
A: Yes, Itracan does work for the nail fungus known as dermatophytoses (tinea unguium). Consult your doctor before starting Itracan for any infection and you must take the medicine for as long as it is prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop the medicine until told by your doctor.
Q: Does Itracan have penicillin in it?
A: No, Itracan does not have penicillin in it.
Q: Does Itracan make you tired?
A: Itracan does not make you tired. In case you feel very tired while taking Itracan, please talk to your doctor immediately as it may be due to an underlying liver problem or a heart condition with fluids in your lungs.
Q: Can I take Itracan with aspirin?
A: There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Itracan when taken with aspirin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.