CANDIPOZ GR Tablet 10's

Fungal Infections (1094)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Posaconazole 100 mg

Manufacturer

Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTIONCANDIPOZ GR contains Posaconazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungals. It is used in children (from 2 years of age and weighing more than 40 kg) and adult to manage various fungal infections such as chromoblastomycosis (infection of skin and subcutaneous tissue) and mycetoma (chronic infection of the skin) (when other antifungal medicines such as amphotericin B or itraconazole are ineffective or when these medicines have to be stopped in manageing the infection). Also, CANDIPOZ GR prevents fungal infections in patients with weak immune system due to chemotherapy for acute myelogenous leukemia (cancer of the blood and bone marrow) or myelodysplastic syndromes (disorder where the formation of blood cells are disrupted) and patients receiving high-dose immunosuppressive therapy after hematopoietic stem cell transplant (bone marrow or stem cell transplantation used to manage certain cancers). Before taking CANDIPOZ GR inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, severe diarrhea and vomiting, problem with potassium, magnesium or calcium levels in the blood. Your doctor might want you to take certain blood tests prior to the management with CANDIPOZ GR to understand the existing condition. CANDIPOZ GR is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless advised by the doctor and it is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. CANDIPOZ GR is not recommended for use in children (less than 2 years of age) and should be used with caution in elderly patients. The most common

Uses

OF CANDIPOZ GRUsed in children (from 2 years of age and weighing more than 40 kg) and adult To manage various fungal infections (when anti-fungal medicines such as amphotericin B or itraconazole are ineffective or when it has to be stopped) Prevent fungal infection in patients with weak immune system (due to chemotherapy or high immunosuppressive therapy)

How It Works

CANDIPOZ GR works by blocking the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane, thus results in killing or stopping the growth of fungi causing infection.

Directions for Use

Take CANDIPOZ GR as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration of CANDIPOZ GR for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.

Side Effects

taking CANDIPOZ GR are headache, fever, rash, itching, constipation and tiredness. Consult your doctor immediately if any of the side effect worsens. USES OF CANDIPOZ GRUsed in children (from 2 years of age and weighing more than 40 kg) and adult To manage various fungal infections (when anti-fungal medicines such as amphotericin B or itraconazole are ineffective or when it has to be stopped) Prevent fungal infection in patients with weak immune system (due to chemotherapy or high immunosuppressive therapy) HOW CANDIPOZ GR WORKSCANDIPOZ GR works by blocking the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane, thus results in killing or stopping the growth of fungi causing infection. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CANDIPOZ GR as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the right dose and duration of CANDIPOZ GR for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CANDIPOZ GRCOMMON abnormal skin sensations (numbness, tingling, itching, creeping, pricking or burning) high blood pressure, headache loss of appetite, stomach pain or upset stomach, passing wind, dry mouth, changes in taste heartburn (burning sensation in the chest which rises up to throat) fever, weakness dizzy, tired or sleepy rash, itching constipation, rectal discomfort UNCOMMON anemia (headaches, feeling tired or dizzy, being short of breath or looking pale and a low level of hemoglobin) inflammation of the blood vessels, fits nerve damage (neuropathy) abnormal heart rhythm, low blood pressure, palpitation, slow or fast heartbeat inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) (causes severe stomach pain) oxygen supply to the spleen is interrupted characterized by severe stomach pain severe kidney problems (passing more or less urine, that is a different colour than usual) cough, hiccups, nose bleeds severe sharp chest pain when breathing in swelling of lymph glands (lymphadenopathy) reduced feeling of sensitivity especially on the skin tremor high or low blood sugar levels blurred vision, sensitivity to light hair loss, mouth ulcers shivering, feeling generally unwell pain, back or neck pain, in arms or legs water retention (oedema) menstrual problems (abnormal vaginal bleeding) being completely or partially unable to talk, inability to sleep swelling of the mouth abnormal dreams or difficulty sleeping problems with co-ordination or balance mucosal inflammation, stuffy nose difficulty breathing, chest discomfort feeling bloated, mild to severe nausea, vomiting, cramps and diarrhea, belching confusion, feeling jittery RARE pneumonia (feeling short of breath and producing discolored phlegm) high blood pressure in the blood vessels in the lungs (pulmonary hypertension) blood problems such as unusual blood clotting or prolonged bleeding severe allergic reactions (widespread blistering rash and skin peeling) mental problems such as hallucination fainting having problems thinking or talking, having jerking movements, in hands stroke (signs include pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling in the limbs) having a blind or dark spot in field of vision heart failure or heart attack blood clots in the legs (intense pain or swelling of the legs) blood clots in the lungs (pain while breathing, shortness of breath) bleeding into the stomach or gut (vomiting blood or passing blood in stool) intestinal obstruction (feeling bloated, vomiting, severe constipation, loss of appetite, and cramps) large purple discoloration on the skin swelling of the face or tongue depression, double vision breast pain adrenal glands not working properly (cause weakness, tiredness, loss of appetite, skin discoloration) hearing problems Stop taking CANDIPOZ GR and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe nausea or vomiting and diarrhea signs of liver problems (jaundice (yellow skin or white of the eyes), unusually dark urine or pale feces, unusual sickness, stomach problems, loss of appetite or unusual tiredness or weakness, an increase in liver enzymes shown up in blood tests) allergic reactions

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCANDIPOZ GR is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless advised by the doctor. If you are a woman of childbearing age, use effective contraception to avoid pregnancy during management with this medicine. Consult your doctor before taking CANDIPOZ GR. BREASTFEEDINGCANDIPOZ GR is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as small amount of this medicine is excreted in the breastmilk. Consult your doctor before taking CANDIPOZ GR. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or use machines if you feel sleepy, dizzy or blurring of vision after taking CANDIPOZ GR. LIVERCANDIPOZ GR should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Consult your doctor before taking CANDIPOZ GR. ALLERGYDo not take CANDIPOZ GR if you are allergic to Posaconazole or any other ingredients of this medicine. CANDIPOZ GR should be used with caution if you are allergic to other antifungal medicines such as ketoconazole, fluconazole or itraconazole. HEART DISEASECANDIPOZ GR should be used with caution in patients with abnormal heart rhythm, weakness of the heart muscle or heart failure and very slow heartbeat. Consult your doctor before taking CANDIPOZ GR. OTHERSBefore taking CANDIPOZ GR, inform your doctor if you: have any problem with potassium, magnesium or calcium levels in the blood develop severe diarrhea or vomiting Use in pediatrics: CANDIPOZ GR is not recommended for use in children (less than 2 years of age). Consult child’s doctor for advice. Use in geriatrics: CANDIPOZ GR should be used with caution in elderly patients. Consult your doctor before taking CANDIPOZ GR.

Drug Interactions

SBefore taking CANDIPOZ GR, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines: terfenadine, astemizole (used to manage allergies) cisapride (used to manage stomach problems) pimozide (used to manage symptoms of tourette’s and mental illness) halofantrine (to manage malaria) quinidine (to manage abnormal heart rhythms), diltiazem, verapamil, nifedipine, nisoldipine or other calcium channel blockers (used to manage high blood pressure), digoxin (to manage heart failure) any medicines that contain ergot alkaloids (Ex. ergotamine or dihydroergotamine) (used to manage migraines) statins (Ex. simvastatin, atorvastatin or lovastatin) (used to manage high cholesterol) rifabutin and rifampicin (used to manage certain infections) medicines used to prevent or manage fits (Ex. phenytoin, carbamazepine, phenobarbital or primidone) efavirenz and fosamprenavir, protease inhibitors such as lopinavir and atazanavir, which are given with ritonavir) vincristine, vinblastine and other vinca alkaloids, venetoclax (used to manage cancer), tretinoin (used to manage certain blood cancers) ciclosporin, tacrolimus and sirolimus (used during or after transplant surgery to prevent organ rejection) midazolam, triazolam, alprazolam or other benzodiazepines (used as sedatives or muscle relaxants) glipizide or other sulfonylureas (used to manage high blood sugar) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally take too much of CANDIPOZ GR, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Posaconazole Pharmacological Category : Azole antifungals Therapeutic Indication : Prevent and manage various fungal infections Dosage Forms : Injection, Suspension, Syrup, Tablet MORE INFORMATION Keep CANDIPOZ GR out of reach of children Store CANDIPOZ GR at room temperature

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