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Fixtral is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. The alternative uses of Fixtral have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fixtral. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fixtral can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Fixtral are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fixtral is Moderate for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Fixtral has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fixtral related warnings section.
Fixtral is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Fixtral contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Fixtral may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Fixtral, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fixtral is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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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Is the use of Fixtral safe for pregnant women?
Fixtral can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Fixtral right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.
Is the use of Fixtral safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Fixtral. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Fixtral on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Fixtral on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Fixtral on the Liver?
Fixtral may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Fixtral on the Heart?
Fixtral has very mild side effects on the heart.
Fixtral should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fixtral unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fixtral habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fixtral.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Fixtral you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Fixtral only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fixtral for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fixtral
Taking Fixtral with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fixtral
Consumption of alcohol and Fixtral together may have severe effects on your health.
No, Fixtral capsule should not be opened, crushed, chewed, or broken. Capsules do not produce the desired effects and may produce adverse effects when opened or crushed. So it is better to swallow the whole capsule.
Fixtral is a brand name of Itraconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungals. It is available in different forms such as tablets, capsules, and creams. It is used to treat fungal infections.
Yes, Fixtral can cause high blood pressure. As per research, patients suffering from diabetes and hypertension are more vulnerable to the congestive heart failure.
No, Fixtral 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).
Itraconazole works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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