Itraczole-100

Description

Itraczole-100 contains Itraconazole 100 mg, an antifungal medicine used to treat certain fungal infections. Itraconazole belongs to the triazole class of antifungals and works by interfering with the production of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes.

Healthcare professionals may prescribe itraconazole for selected fungal infections affecting the skin, nails or other parts of the body, depending on the organism responsible and the patient’s clinical condition. The choice of treatment, dose and duration depends on the type and severity of infection, medical history and potential drug interactions.

Itraczole-100 is listed in the Derma therapeutic segment and is supplied in Alu-Alu packaging. Use this product only with an appropriate medical prescription.

Therapeutic Segment

Dermatology | Antifungal Therapy | Management of Selected Fungal Infections

Uses of Itraczole-100

A healthcare professional may prescribe Itraczole-100 for certain fungal infections, such as:

• Selected skin fungal infections, including some dermatophyte infections.
• Certain fungal infections affecting the nails.
• Selected yeast infections, when itraconazole is an appropriate treatment.
• Certain systemic fungal infections under specialist supervision.

The exact indication depends on the fungal organism, infection site, patient factors and approved prescribing information. Itraconazole is not effective against viral or bacterial infections.

Key Benefits

• Antifungal action: Itraconazole interferes with an essential component of fungal cell membranes.
• Multiple approved clinical applications: Depending on the formulation and prescribing guidance, it may be used for selected superficial or systemic fungal infections.
• Targeted treatment: A healthcare professional can select the appropriate treatment based on the infection and patient-specific factors.
• Convenient strength presentation: Each unit is listed as containing Itraconazole 100 mg, subject to confirmation against the approved product label.
• Protective packaging: The supplied Alu-Alu blister packaging helps protect the medicine from environmental exposure when stored as directed.

Treatment outcomes vary according to the infection, adherence and individual response. The medicine does not guarantee a cure for every fungal condition.

How Itraczole-100 Works

Itraconazole inhibits a fungal enzyme involved in producing ergosterol, a substance needed to maintain the structure and function of fungal cell membranes.

As ergosterol production decreases, fungal cell membranes become impaired, which helps inhibit fungal growth. This mechanism makes itraconazole useful against susceptible fungi when a clinician selects it for the relevant infection.

Possible Side Effects

Some patients may experience side effects while taking itraconazole, including:

• Nausea or vomiting
• Abdominal discomfort
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Changes in liver enzyme levels

Seek urgent medical attention if you develop yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, severe abdominal pain, unusual fatigue, swelling of the legs, sudden weight gain, or shortness of breath.

Itraconazole can cause serious liver problems and may worsen or contribute to heart failure in susceptible patients. Contact your healthcare professional if symptoms are persistent or concerning.

Important Safety Information

• Use Itraczole-100 only as prescribed by a qualified healthcare professional.
• Heart-related precautions: Itraconazole can worsen congestive heart failure. Inform your doctor if you have heart disease or a history of heart failure.
• Liver precautions: Tell your doctor if you have liver disease. Your clinician may recommend monitoring, depending on your circumstances.
• Drug interactions: Itraconazole interacts with many medicines, including certain cholesterol-lowering medicines, heart medicines, sedatives and other drugs metabolised through CYP3A4. Share your complete medication list with your doctor or pharmacist.
• Acid-reducing medicines: Some antacids and acid-suppressing medicines can affect the absorption of certain itraconazole formulations. Follow the specific instructions for your prescribed product.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Discuss pregnancy, plans for pregnancy or breastfeeding with your healthcare professional before using this medicine.
• Allergies: Do not use the product if you have a known allergy to itraconazole or any ingredient in the formulation.
• Do not use itraconazole for self-diagnosed fungal infections or share it with another person.
• Seek medical advice if symptoms worsen or do not improve within the expected period.

Dosage and Administration

Take Itraczole-100 exactly as prescribed. The dose and treatment duration vary significantly according to the type and location of the fungal infection.

• Follow the instructions supplied with the specific formulation.
• Do not change the dose, stop treatment early or extend the course without medical advice.
• Confirm whether the product is a capsule or another dosage form, because administration and food instructions may differ by formulation.
• Tell your healthcare professional about all prescription medicines, non-prescription medicines and supplements you use.
• If you miss a dose, follow the patient leaflet or your prescriber’s advice. Do not take a double dose unless specifically instructed.

Storage Instructions

• Store the product according to the conditions stated on the approved packaging.
• Keep the medicine in its original Alu-Alu blister until use.
• Protect it from excessive heat, moisture and direct sunlight.
• Keep it out of the reach of children.
• Do not use the product after its expiry date or if the packaging is damaged.