Sporanox Drug Info
Sporanox Drug Uses: The treatment of fungal infections which are isolated to a small area of the body (localized) or throughout the body (systemic). Sporanox is active against fungal infections such as aspergillosis, blastomycosis, histoplasmosis, and fungal infection localized to the toenails and fingernails (onychomycosis).
How to Use Sporanox: Sporanox should be taken with a full meal. It is important to report any signs or symptoms that may suggest liver dysfunction so that the appropriate laboratory testing can be done. These signs include unusual fatigue, poor appetite, nausea and/or vomiting, yellowing of the eyes (jaundice), dark urine or pale stool.
Sporanox Precautions: There are no studies in pregnant women. Therefore, itraconazole is used for the treatment of systemic fungal infections in pregnancy only if it is felt that the benefit outweighs the potential risk. Itraconazole is not, however, used for the treatment of isolated onychomycosis (local fungal nail infections) in pregnant women or for those contemplating pregnancy. Sporanox is excreted in human milk and therefore should not be administered to nursing women.
Sporanox Drug Interactions: Liver tests are monitored periodically in most patients, especially if receiving continuous treatment for more than one month. Itraconazole is used with caution in any patient with liver dysfunction. The use of Sporanox in children is not recommended because it's safety has not been established. Sporanox is not used with following medications: terfenadine (Seldane), cisapride (Propulsid), astemizole (Hismanal), triazolam (Halcion) or midazolam (Versed).
Sporanox Possible Side Effects: The most common side effects of Sporanox are minor and include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, edema, fatigue, dizziness. Less common but more serious side effects are liver enzyme elevation, hepatitis, and high blood pressure (hypertension).
Sporanox Overdose: Seek emergency medical attention immediately if an overdose is suspected. Symptoms of Sporanox overdose include: nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, edema, fatigue, dizziness.
Sporanox Storage: Store Sporanox at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Avoid excessive heat. Avoid freezing. Keep out of the reach of children. Dispense of this medicine in a tight, light-resistant container. Do not store Sporanox in the bathroom.
Sporanox Missed Dose: Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the medicine at the next regularly scheduled time. Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
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