Posaconazole

Prescription Required



  • Manufactured by: Jan Aushadhi
  • Storage: Store at room temperature


Posaconazole Information



Posaconazole Benefits & Uses

Posaconazole is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Posaconazole Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group Dosage
Adult
  • Disease: Fungal Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Day first given 300 mg twice daily, then 300 mg once daily
Geriatric
  • Disease: Fungal Infections
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 300 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Day first given 300 mg twice daily, then 300 mg once daily


Posaconazole Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Posaconazole is used -

Moderate

Mild

Posaconazole Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Posaconazole safe for pregnant women?


    Posaconazole can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Posaconazole right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

    Moderate
  • Is the use of Posaconazole safe during breastfeeding?


    Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Posaconazole. It should only be taken after medical advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Posaconazole on the Kidneys?


    Posaconazole can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Posaconazole on the Liver?


    Posaconazole may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Posaconazole on the Heart?


    Posaconazole is rarely harmful for the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Posaconazole with Other Drugs

Posaconazole should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Posaconazole Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Posaconazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Posaconazole

  • Is this Posaconazole habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Posaconazole has not been reported.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    After taking Posaconazole, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Posaconazole can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Posaconazole is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    There is no benefit of taking Posaconazole for mental disorders.

    No

Posaconazole Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Posaconazole


    You can take Posaconazole with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Posaconazole


    Consumption of alcohol and Posaconazole together may have severe effects on your health.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Noxafil® (posaconazole)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 795

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1037-1038



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