Itrastar 100mg Capsule- 10
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Manufactured By Wallace Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Composition Itraconazole (100mg)
Package Size ( 10 Capsule in a strip )
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Itrastar 100mg Capsule.
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A: Itrastar is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of skin, mouth, eyes, nails, vagina and other internal organs.
Q: Is Itrastar an antibiotic?
A: Itrastar is an anti-fungal antibiotic. It is useful in treating infections caused by fungi, but not by bacteria, viruses or parasites.
Q: Is Itrastar safe?
A: Yes, Itrastar is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Itrastar a steroid?
A: No, Itrastar is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of triazoles.
Q: Is Itrastar stronger than fluconazole?
A: Itrastar 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 Itrastar with paracetamol?
A: There are no known drug interactions between Itrastar and paracetamol if taken together. However, interaction can occur. Consult your doctor about all medications that you are currently taking before starting Itrastar.
Q: Can I take Itrastar with amoxicillin or penicillin?
A: There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Itrastar when taken with amoxicillin or penicillin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Itrastar affect the action of oral contraceptives (birth control pills)?
A: There are no known interactions of Itrastar with oral contraceptives (birth control pills). However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor if you are asked to take Itrastar and you are already taking oral contraceptives.
Q: Does Itrastar treat ringworm (dermatophytoses)?
A: Yes, Itrastar is used to treat ringworm (known as dermatophytoses e.g. tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea manuum).
Q: Does Itrastar cause an increase in blood pressure?
A: An increase in blood pressure has been seen with Itrastar 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 Itrastar.
Q: Does Itrastar cause erectile dysfunction?
A: Yes, Itrastar can rarely cause erectile dysfunction (erection problems). Please consult your doctor if you experience this problem.
Q: Does Itrastar cause weight gain?
A: Weight gain has not been reported as an adverse effect with Itrastar. However, if you experience unexpected weight gain with Itrastar, this could be an indication of an underlying heart problem. Consult your doctor immediately as Itrastar can make your heart problem worse.
Q: Is Itrastar a sulfa drug?
A: No, Itrastar is not a sulfa drug. It is an azole derivative antifungal medicine.
Q: Does Itrastar cause drowsiness (feeling sleepy)?
A: Drowsiness (feeling sleepy) has not been reported as a side effect of Itrastar. However, in case you feel very sleepy while taking Itrastar, you must consult your doctor. Dizziness (feeling of fainting) has been reported as a side effect with Itrastar
Q: Does Itrastar cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss (alopecia) is reported as a side effect of Itrastar in the postmarketing studies. Please consult your doctor in case you experience hair loss while taking Itrastar.
Q: Does Itrastar kill candida?
A: Yes, Itrastar 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 Itrastar work for nail fungus (dermatophytoses)?
A: Yes, Itrastar does work for the nail fungus known as dermatophytoses (tinea unguium). Consult your doctor before starting Itrastar 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 Itrastar have penicillin in it?
A: No, Itrastar does not have penicillin in it.
Q: Does Itrastar make you tired?
A: Itrastar does not make you tired. In case you feel very tired while taking Itrastar, 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 Itrastar with aspirin?
A: There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Itrastar when taken with aspirin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
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