Generic for Sporanox for Fungal infections - Drug Information

Generic Name - Itraconazole

Category - Antifungal medication

Indications

Fungal infections
Generic Sporanox is indicated to treat serious fungal infections. Itraconazole (Generic Sporanox) is an antifungal type of antibiotic. It treats serious fungus infections that may occur in different parts of the body.

Generic for Sporanox Contraindications and Drug Interactions

Generic Sporanox is contraindicated in patients, who are hypersensitive to this drug, medications that belong to this class of drugs or had an allergic reaction to it in the past.
Generic Sporanox should not be taken by patients who have a history of the following ailment conditions.

Heart disease, including angina or heart failure
Liver disease
Lung disease, including COPD
Kidney disease or on dialysis

There are a number of medications that interact with Generic Sporanox. It is important to take the doctor's counsel if you are taking any of the following.

Anticoagulants
Calcium channel blockers
Carbamazepine
Cholesterol lowering medications
Heart medications
HIV protease inhibitors
Medications for stomach problems

Generic for Sporanox Dosage

The following information just highlights the general average dosage of GenericSporanox
The usual recommended dosage of Generic Sporanox for fungal infections (for Candidiasis, mouth and throat) is 20 milliliters of oral solution a day for 1 to 2 weeks. If the infection does not go away, your dose will be changed to 10 milliliters twice a day.

Generic for Sporanox Adverse Effects

Some of the most serious Generic Sporanox side Effects include difficulty breathing or shortness of breath, dark yellow or brown urine, loss of appetite, pale stools and redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth.

This is not a complete list of all Side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are taking Generic Sporanox.

Generic for Sporanox and Pregnancy

Studies do not indicate whether Generic Sporanox will harm an unborn baby if taken during pregnancy. Do consult your and seek medical opinion.

Generic for Sporanox and Breastfeeding

It is not known whether Generic Sporanox will harm a nursing infant. Do not take Sporanox without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

Generic for Sporanox and Pediatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Sporanox in pediatric patients have not been established.

Generic for Sporanox and Geriatric

The safety and effectiveness of Generic Sporanox in geriatric patients have not been established.

Note

The above information about Generic Sporanox serves as an information resource only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, examination, diagnosis and treatment. Always seek the counsel of your doctor, physician or pharmacist before starting any new treatment or making changes to existing therapy.