Sporanox (Itraconazole) and/or alternatives

General Information on Sporanox

Sporanox is an antifungal medication used for curing a variety of fungal infections affecting the mouth, throat, lungs, fingernails, and toenails. It is also used to prevent and treat fungal infections in patients infected with HIV. Sporanox contains itraconazole and is a type of triazole antifungal agent. It is available for oral administration in the form of capsules as well as syrup and can also be given intravenously. Sporanox works by inhibiting fungi growth by preventing the creation of fungi cell membranes.

Side Effects for Sporanox

During the initial days of Sporanox treatment, you may suffer from common side effects like diarrhea, mild stomach ache, constipation, skin rash or mild itching, dizziness, headache, runny nose, and other flu symptoms. In rare cases, you may experience serious side effects like hives, swelling of the lips, face, throat or tongue, hearing trouble, clay colored stools, breathing problems, burning sensation during urination, nausea, loss of appetite, or sudden weight gain after you buy Sporanox and use it. If this happens, stop using the medication and consult your doctor immediately. Sporanox can rarely cause liver disease that can prove to be fatal. Stop taking itraconazole and consult your doctor if you suffer from persistent abdominal and stomach pain, dark urine, and yellowing of the skin and eyes.

Precautions

Inform your pharmacist or doctor if you are allergic to azole antifungal before you buy itraconazole. Sporanox contains many inactive ingredients that can cause side effects and allergies, so tell your doctor if you are allergic to or if you suffer from diseases like liver problems, heart disease, kidney disorder, heart valve disease, coronary artery disease, high blood pressure, and severe acidity before you buy Sporanox. Sporanox usage can make you drowsy and dizzy. Therefore, do not perform any activity that requires alertness after you use this drug. Avoid drinking alcohol when you use Sporanox as it can increase the chances of liver damage. This medicine is not prescribed to pregnant women and breastfeeding mothers

Sporanox Dosage

Sporanox 100mg capsules and Sporanox oral solution are available in the market. The daily dose of Sporanox should not exceed 400mg. Capsules should be taken with meals for maximum absorption. In case of a life threatening situation, Sporanox 200mg IV is administered twice. Sporanox capsules and oral solution should not be used interchangeably. The medicine should be stored at room temperature away from light and heat. If you miss the dose of the medicine, take the next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take two doses at one time. If you suspect an overdose, contact the emergency room immediately.

Interactions

Before you buy Sporanox, inform the pharmacist or doctor about all kinds of herbal, prescription, and non-prescription medications that you are using. Sporanox can interact negatively with medications like blood thinners, cholesterol medications, cancer drugs, diabetic medications, isoniazid, cyclosporine, digoxin, sirolimus, disopyramide, rifabutin, fentanyl, antidepressants, heart medications, sedatives, seizure medications, and other antibiotics and antifungal drugs. HIV patients should inform their doctors about their medical condition before they start using Sporanox.

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