Xerofung Information
Xerofung Benefits & Uses
Xerofung is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
Xerofung 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
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Xerofung Related Warnings
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Is the use of Xerofung safe for pregnant women?
Xerofung can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Xerofung right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Moderate -
Is the use of Xerofung safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Xerofung may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Xerofung should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
Severe -
What is the effect of Xerofung on the Kidneys?
Xerofung has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
Mild -
What is the effect of Xerofung on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Xerofung on the liver have been reported.
Mild -
What is the effect of Xerofung on the Heart?
Xerofung may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Xerofung with Other Drugs
Xerofung should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
Xerofung Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Xerofung unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Diabetes
- Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
- Heart Disease
- Calcium Deficiency
- Potassium Deficiency
- Liver Disease
- Cystic Fibrosis
Frequently asked Questions about Xerofung
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Is this Xerofung habit forming or addictive?
Xerofung is not addictive in nature.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Xerofung as you may feel sleepy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Xerofung only as per medical advice.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Xerofung is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
No
Xerofung Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Xerofung
Taking Xerofung with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Xerofung
Consuming Xerofung with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Severe
Frequently asked Questions about Xerofung
Question about 6 years ago
Can Xerofung cause high blood pressure?
Dr. Sangita Shah MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Xerofung can cause high blood pressure. As per research, patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension are more vulnerable to the congestive heart failure.
Question over 6 years ago
Can Xerofung cause cancer?
Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician
No, Xerofung does not cause cancer, infact, clinical evidence shows that it has an anti-neoplastic (anti-cancer) activity and synergistic action with other chemotherapeutic agents (agents used in cancer treatment).
Question about 7 years ago
Does Xerofung cause stomach problems?
Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery
Yes, Xerofung is known to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, pancreatitis, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, gastritis, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after using this medication.
Question almost 7 years ago
Is Xerofung a steroid?
Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology
No, Xerofung is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
Question over 6 years ago
Can Xerofung and terbinafine be taken at the same time?
Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician
Yes, Xerofung and terbinafine can be taken together because combination therapy provides a broad spectrum of coverage against fungal infections.
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This medicine data has been created by -
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sporanox ® (itraconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 794-795
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sporanox ® (itraconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 794-795
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Sporanox ® (itraconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 794-795
