Vorizol 200mg Tablet 4'S
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Voriconazole 200 mg
Manufacturer
Natco Pharma Ltd
Variant
4 Tablet(s) in a Strip
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
VORIZOL 200MG TABLET contains Voriconazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungal agents. It is used to manage various fungal infections (such as invasive aspergillosis, candidaemia, invasive Candida sp. infections) in both adults and in children (aged 2 years or above). It can also be used to manage fungal infections in high-risk bone marrow transplant recipients. VORIZOL 200MG TABLET should be taken at least 1 hour before or after meals. It is highly intended for patients with worsening or life-threatening fungal infections. It is important to complete the full course of therapy with VORIZOL 200MG TABLET to achieve better control over infection. Before taking VORIZOL 200MG TABLET inform your doctor if you have any liver or heart problems. Do not take VORIZOL 200MG TABLET if you are pregnant or breast-feeding without consulting your doctor. Women of childbearing potential must use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while undergoing therapy with VORIZOL 200MG TABLET. During management with VORIZOL 200MG TABLET, avoid exposing your skin towards direct sunlight. Wear protective loose-fitting clothes and apply sunscreen while going outdoors. The most common
Uses
OF VORIZOL 200MG TABLETIt is used in adults and in children (aged 2 years or older) to: Manage and manage severe fungal infections
How It Works
VORIZOL 200MG TABLET is an antifungal medication. It effectively controls fungal infections within the body. It disrupts the fungal cell membrane by blocking the production of certain chemicals (ergosterol) within the cell which is required for its survival. As a result, it stops the fungal cell from multiplication, thereby managing the further spread of infection.
Directions for Use
Take VORIZOL 200MG TABLET 1 hour before or after meals or as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking VORIZOL 200MG TABLET without consulting your doctor.
Side Effects
taking VORIZOL 200MG TABLET are visual impairment, fever, rash, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, headache, swelling of the extremities, stomach pain and breathing difficulties. Consult your doctor if any of these side effect troubles you. USES OF VORIZOL 200MG TABLETIt is used in adults and in children (aged 2 years or older) to: Manage and manage severe fungal infections HOW VORIZOL 200MG TABLET WORKSVORIZOL 200MG TABLET is an antifungal medication. It effectively controls fungal infections within the body. It disrupts the fungal cell membrane by blocking the production of certain chemicals (ergosterol) within the cell which is required for its survival. As a result, it stops the fungal cell from multiplication, thereby managing the further spread of infection. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake VORIZOL 200MG TABLET 1 hour before or after meals or as directed by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop taking VORIZOL 200MG TABLET without consulting your doctor. SIDE EFFECTS OF VORIZOL 200MG TABLETCOMMON vision problems (such as blurred vision, colour changes, light sensitivity) fever, chills, weakness headache, dizziness, sleepiness nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, stomach pain constipation, indigestion swelling of the extremities inflammation of the sinuses low RBC, WBC and platelet count in blood low blood sugar levels, low blood pressure low blood potassium or sodium levels breathing difficulties anxiety, depression, inability to sleep fits hair loss UNCOMMON enlarged lymph glands problems in adrenal gland underactive thyroid gland feeling shaky abnormal sense of taste hearing difficulties, vertigo, ringing in the ears increased blood cholesterol and urea levels RAREStop taking VORIZOL 200MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: signs of allergic reactions (such as severe skin rash with itching, blistering and peeling of the skin, mouth, eyes, throat, genitals, swelling of the face and tongue, bleeding under the skin causing appearance of red-pin point dots on the skin, skin swelling, along with fever, tiredness, confusion or jaundice) skin rashes, sun burn bone pain, inflammation of the tissue surrounding the bone skin cancer red, scaly patches or ring-shaped skin lesions jaundice (yellowing of the skin and whites of the eye) signs of adrenal insufficiency (such as severe tiredness, weak muscles, loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach pain) signs of Cushing’s syndrome (such as round face, weight gain, fatty hump between the shoulders, dark skin, skin thinning, easy bruising, high blood sugar levels, excessive hair growth and excessive sweating)
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYVORIZOL 200MG TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless considered necessary by the physician. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Women of childbearing potential must use a suitable contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while undergoing therapy with VORIZOL 200MG TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGVORIZOL 200MG TABLET should be used with caution in breastfeeding women. Consult your doctor before taking it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you experience vision problems after taking VORIZOL 200MG TABLET. LIVERVORIZOL 200MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. ALLERGYDo not take VORIZOL 200MG TABLET if you are allergic to Voriconazole or to any other azole antifungal agents (such as fluconazole, ketoconazole). HEART DISEASEVORIZOL 200MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients with heart problems (such as cardiomyopathy, irregular or slow heart rate, prolong QT interval). Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. OTHERSUse in paediatrics: VORIZOL 200MG TABLET is not recommended for use in children under 2 years of age. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it. Use in geriatrics: VORIZOL 200MG TABLET can be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before taking it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug – Drug Interactions: Before taking VORIZOL 200MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: medicines used for allergy (Ex. terfenadine, astemizole) medicines used for symptoms of chronic heart failure (Ex. ivabradine) medicines used for stomach problems (Ex. cisapride) medicines used for managing mental illness (Ex. pimozide, phenytoin, phenobarbital, midazolam, triazolam and lurasidone) carbamazepine, phenytoin (medicines used to manage fits) medicines used for irregular heartbeat (Ex. quinidine) medicines used for managing tuberculosis (Ex. rifampicin, rifabutin) medicines used for managing HIV (Ex. efavirenz, ritonavir, efavirenz, delavirdine, nevirapine) medicines used for migraine (Ex. ergotamine, dihydroergotamine) medicines used in transplant patients (Ex. sirolimus, ciclosporin, tacrolimus) St. John’s Wort (herbal supplement used to manage depression) medicines used to manage constipation (Ex. naloxegol) medicines used to manage hyponatremia (Ex. tolvaptan) medicines used in managing patients with blood cancer (Ex. venetoclax) medicines used for managing cancer (Ex. glasdegib, vincristine, vinblastine) warfarin (a medicine used to manage blood clotting) medicines used for diabetes (Ex. tolbutamide, glipizide, glyburide) medicines used for lowering cholesterol (Ex. atorvastatin, simvastatin) medicines used for managing stomach ulcers (Ex. omeprazole) oral contraceptives (used to manage pregnancy) Ex. ethinylestradiol medicines used to manage drug addiction (Ex. methadone) painkillers used for surgical procedures (Ex. alfentanil, fentanyl, sufentanil) medicines used to manage moderate to severe pain (Ex. oxycodone, hydrocodone, ibuprofen, diclofenac) other medicines used to manage fungal infections (Ex. fluconazole) medicines used for managing advanced kidney cancer and in transplant patients (Ex. everolimus) medicine used for managing cytomegalovirus (CMV) disease after bone marrow transplant (Ex. letermovir) medicines used to manage cystic fibrosis (Ex. ivacaftor) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took more VORIZOL 200MG TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. SYNOPSIS Drug : Voriconazole Pharmacological Category : Azole Antifungal agents Therapeutic Indication : Fungal Infections Dosage Forms : Tablet, Injection, Eye Drops MORE INFORMATION Keep VORIZOL 200MG TABLET out of reach of children Store VORIZOL 200MG TABLET at room temperature
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Last Updated
23 Nov 2022