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