Uses / Indications:
Itopsy 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of fungal infections. It is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth or vagina (thrush), skin and other parts of the body such as finger and toenails.
Pregnancy interaction:
Itopsy 200mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Your doctor has prescribed Itopsy to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take it with any heartburn medications - especially proton pump inhibitors and H2 blockers. Requires an acidic pH for absorption. Hence, take it with a full meal for best results. Notify your doctor if you have taken steroids recently.
Side Effects:
Nausea, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Increased liver enzymes.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Itopsy 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.If you are taking oral solution, it should be taken one hour before any food or drink.
How it works:
Itopsy 200mg Capsule is an antifungal medication. It stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from forming their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human.
Faq for medicine:
What is Itopsy used for? : Itopsy is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of skin, mouth, eyes, nails, vagina and other internal organs.|Is Itopsy an antibiotic? : Itopsy is an anti-fungal antibiotic. It is useful in treating infections caused by fungi, but not by bacteria, viruses or parasites.|Is Itopsy safe? : Yes, Itopsy is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.|Is Itopsy a steroid? : No, Itopsy is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of triazoles.|Is Itopsy stronger than fluconazole? : Itopsy 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.|Can I take Itopsy with paracetamol? : There are no known drug interactions between Itopsy and paracetamol if taken together. However, interaction can occur. Consult your doctor about all medications that you are currently taking before starting Itopsy.|Can I take Itopsy with amoxicillin or penicillin? : There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Itopsy when taken with amoxicillin or penicillin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.|Does Itopsy affect the action of oral contraceptives (birth control pills)? : There are no known interactions of Itopsy with oral contraceptives (birth control pills). However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor if you are asked to take Itopsy and you are already taking oral contraceptives.|Does Itopsy treat ringworm (dermatophytoses)? : Yes, Itopsy is used to treat ringworm (known as dermatophytoses e.g. tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea manuum).|Does Itopsy cause an increase in blood pressure? : An increase in blood pressure has been seen with Itopsy 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 Itopsy.|Does Itopsy cause erectile dysfunction? : Yes, Itopsy can rarely cause erectile dysfunction (erection problems). Please consult your doctor if you experience this problem.|Does Itopsy cause weight gain? : Weight gain has not been reported as an adverse effect with Itopsy. However, if you experience unexpected weight gain with Itopsy, this could be an indication of an underlying heart problem. Consult your doctor immediately as Itopsy can make your heart problem worse.|Is Itopsy a sulfa drug? : No, Itopsy is not a sulfa drug. It is an azole derivative antifungal medicine.|Does Itopsy cause drowsiness (feeling sleepy)? : Drowsiness (feeling sleepy) has not been reported as a side effect of Itopsy. However, in case you feel very sleepy while taking Itopsy, you must consult your doctor. Dizziness (feeling of fainting) has been reported as a side effect with Itopsy |Does Itopsy cause hair loss? : Hair loss (alopecia) is reported as a side effect of Itopsy in the postmarketing studies. Please consult your doctor in case you experience hair loss while taking Itopsy.|Does Itopsy kill candida? : Yes, Itopsy 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.|Does Itopsy work for nail fungus (dermatophytoses)? : Yes, Itopsy does work for the nail fungus known as dermatophytoses (tinea unguium). Consult your doctor before starting Itopsy 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.|Does Itopsy have penicillin in it? : No, Itopsy does not have penicillin in it.|Does Itopsy make you tired? : Itopsy does not make you tired. In case you feel very tired while taking Itopsy, 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.|Can I take Itopsy with aspirin? : There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Itopsy when taken with aspirin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
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