Itrazole capsule 100mg

About Itrazole capsule 100mg

Itrazole Uses

• Treatment of ringworm (tinea) and other fungal skin infections.
• Treatment of fungal nail infections (onychomycosis).
• Treatment of oral and vaginal candidiasis (thrush).
• Treatment of pityriasis versicolor and fungal infections of the hair and scalp.
• Treatment of certain deep fungal infections, as prescribed.

Itrazole Benefits

• Treats many fungal infections with one broad spectrum medicine.
• Stays in skin and nails for weeks after the course ends.
• Capsule form is convenient for once or twice daily use.
• Useful where skin creams alone have failed.

What Experts Say

Itraconazole is a triazole antifungal that blocks a fungal enzyme needed to build the cell membrane. Without it the fungus cannot grow and slowly dies. It is a common choice in Pakistan, where hot and humid weather makes ringworm and nail infections very frequent.

Absorption of the capsule depends on stomach acid, so it should be taken right after a full meal. Medicines that reduce acid, such as antacids, can lower absorption. Treatment often runs for weeks, and nail infections can take several months to clear completely. Keeping skin dry and clean helps the medicine work.

Itraconazole can affect the liver, so doctors may order liver tests during longer courses. It must not be taken with several medicines because of serious interactions. People with heart failure should not use it, and anyone with dark urine, yellow eyes or unusual tiredness should seek care quickly. Alcohol is best avoided during treatment.

Drug Class

• Triazole antifungal

Itrazole capsule 100mg formula

• Itraconazole

Available forms

• Capsule

How to use Itrazole capsule 100mg?

• Adults: 100 mg to 200 mg once daily for 1 to 4 weeks for most skin infections, as prescribed.
• Fungal nail infections may need a longer course or pulse dosing, as directed by the doctor.
• Swallow the capsule whole with water right after a full meal.
• Complete the full course even if symptoms improve early.
• Children's use depends on weight and is only under specialist advice.

Drug Interactions

• Statins such as simvastatin: Combined use can raise statin levels and risk muscle damage.
• Antacids and proton pump inhibitors: They reduce absorption, so spacing or a different plan is needed.
• Warfarin: Itraconazole can raise bleeding risk.
• Rifampicin and phenytoin: They lower itraconazole levels and may cause treatment failure.

Risks and warnings

• Heart failure: Itraconazole can weaken heart pumping, so it is avoided in heart failure.
• Liver disease: It may cause liver injury, so report dark urine, yellow eyes or severe tiredness.
• Pregnancy: Avoid unless clearly needed, and use reliable contraception during treatment.
• Acid reducing medicines: Antacids and acid blockers can lower absorption of the capsule.
• Missed course: Stopping early may let the infection return.

Itrazole Capsule 100mg Side Effects

• Nausea
• Stomach pain
• Headache
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Raised liver enzymes
• Swelling of the feet

Storage Conditions

• Store below 30 C in a dry place, away from heat and humidity.
• Keep capsules in the original blister until use.
• Do not use after the expiry date on the pack.
• Keep out of reach of children.