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Glospor is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Glospor have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Glospor. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Glospor have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Glospor normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Glospor's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Glospor's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Glospor is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Glospor contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Glospor have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Glospor is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Glospor 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 Glospor safe for pregnant women?
Glospor can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Glospor, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Glospor safe during breastfeeding?
Glospor should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Glospor on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Glospor on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Glospor on the Liver?
Side effects of Glospor rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Glospor on the Heart?
Glospor may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Glospor 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 Glospor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Glospor habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Glospor is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Glospor can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Glospor should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Glospor is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Glospor
You can take Glospor with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Glospor
Consuming Glospor with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
Yes, Glospor can sometimes affect the liver by increasing the secretion of liver enzymes which can damage the liver cells. Rare cases of serious hepatotoxicity (liver damage), including liver failure and death have been reported.
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.
No, Glospor does not cause drowsiness (sleepiness). Please Inform your doctor if you are feeling sleepy and lethargic (lack of energy) after taking this Glospor.
No, Glospor does not affect the sperm count in males, however, if you're experiencing any reproductive disorder after taking this medication, please inform your doctor.
Glospor can be taken orally and applied topically. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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