Itraconazole Capsules BP 100mg

About Itraconazole Capsules BP 100mg

Itraconazole Capsules BP 100 mg

Itraconazole 100 mg is a systemic antifungal medication from the triazole class, used to treat a broad range of fungal infections. It works by inhibiting ergosterol synthesis, an essential component of fungal cell membranes, leading to fungal cell death.

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Formulation Details

• Generic Name: Itraconazole

• Strength: 100 mg

• Form: Capsule

• Pharmacopoeia Standard: British Pharmacopoeia (BP)

• Dosage Form: Hard gelatin capsule

• Route: Oral (by mouth)

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Indications / Uses

Itraconazole 100 mg is used to treat:

• Dermatophytosis (Tinea corporis, cruris, pedis)

• Pityriasis versicolor

• Onychomycosis (fungal infection of nails)

• Vaginal candidiasis

• Oropharyngeal and esophageal candidiasis

• Systemic fungal infections like:

  • Histoplasmosis

  • Blastomycosis

  • Aspergillosis

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Dosage & Duration

Condition	Dose	Duration
Tinea corporis/cruris	100 mg once daily	15 days
Tinea pedis	100 mg twice daily	7 days
Pityriasis versicolor	100 mg once daily	715 days
Onychomycosis (fingernails)	100 mg twice daily	6 weeks
Onychomycosis (toenails)	100 mg twice daily	12 weeks
Systemic infections	200400 mg per day (in divided doses)	As per doctor's advice

Take with food, preferably a fatty meal, to improve absorption.
Do not crush, chew, or open the capsule.

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i Side Effects

Common:

• Nausea or vomiting

• Abdominal pain

• Headache

• Rash

• Diarrhea

• Taste disturbances

Rare but serious:

• Liver damage (watch for yellow eyes/skin, dark urine)

• Heart failure symptoms (swelling, shortness of breath)

• Severe allergic reactions

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Precautions

• Do NOT use in:

  • Patients with congestive heart failure (CHF)

  • Pregnant women (unless life-threatening infection)

• Use with caution in:

  • Liver or kidney disease

  • Elderly patients

Drug interactions:
Itraconazole interacts with many medications, including:

• Statins (simvastatin, lovastatin)

• Rifampicin (reduces efficacy)

• Warfarin

• Antacids (reduce absorption avoid taking within 2 hours)

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Storage

• Store at room temperature (below 25C)

• Protect from light and moisture

• Keep out of reach of children

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Common Brands in India

• Canditral 100 (Glenmark)

• Itraconazole 100 (Cipla, Intas, Mankind, etc.)

• Itromed 100

• Itrotab 100

• Itrazole 100

Broad-Spectrum Antifungal Efficacy

Itraconazole Capsules BP 100mg provide reliable treatment against a range of fungal infections, including both systemic and superficial types. Their proven formulation helps eradicate fungal pathogens, ensuring a faster return to health.


Convenient and Secure Packaging

The capsules are presented in robust blister packs, ensuring each dose remains protected from environmental elements like moisture and light. This secure packaging maintains the medicine's potency throughout its 24-month shelf life.


Simple Oral Administration

Itraconazole capsules are designed for oral ingestion, best taken after food for optimal absorption. This offers a straightforward and non-invasive route of therapy, enhancing patient conformance to prescribed treatments.