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Composition :

ITRACONAZOLE-100MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Unipex Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Etropex 100mg Tablet

Etropex 100mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, toenails, fingernails or lungs. Fungal infection is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another).

Etropex 100mg Tablet contains Itraconazole, an antifungal that works by inhibiting the production of ergosterol (a main component of cell membranes of fungi). Thereby, weakens and damages the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, causes the main components of fungal cells to leak out and kill fungi and clear the fungal infection.

Take Etropex 100mg Tablet as prescribed. Your doctor will advise you on how often you take Etropex 100mg Tablet based on your medical condition. Some people may experience nausea, headache, diarrhoea, tiredness, cough, cold, throat pain, back pain and stomach pain. Most of these side effects of Etropex 100mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are known to be allergic to Etropex 100mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Etropex 100mg Tablet is a pregnancy category C drug and may cause harm to the unborn baby. However, if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Etropex 100mg Tablet. Do not take Etropex 100mg Tablet if you have or had heart failure as it may cause severe life-threatening adverse effects. If you have kidney, liver, heart or lung problems, inform your doctor before taking Etropex 100mg Tablet. Avoid taking fentanyl (a strong opioid narcotic medicine) with Etropex 100mg Tablet as it may cause severe breathing problems and can even lead to death. If you experience numbness or tingling in your hands or feet, stop taking Etropex 100mg Tablet and consult your doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of nerve damage.

Uses of Etropex 100mg Tablet

Fungal infections

Directions for Use

Tablet: Take it with food to avoid stomach upset or as advised by the doctor. Swallow the whole tablet with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it. If you are taking any stomach acid suppressor or have achlorhydria (stomach does not produce hydrochloric acid), take Etropex 100mg Tablet with cola. Oral suspension: Shake the bottle well before use and take it on an empty stomach at least 1 or 2 hours before meals as prescribed by your doctor with a measuring cup or spoon provided.

Medicinal Benefits

Etropex 100mg Tablet is an antifungal used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, toenails, fingernails or lungs. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents. Etropex 100mg Tablet inhibits the production of ergosterol (a main component of cell membranes of fungi). Thereby, weakens and damages the fungal cell membranes causing the main components of fungal cells to leak out. Thus, kills fungi and clears the fungal infection.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Etropex 100mg Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Tiredness
  • Cough
  • Cold
  • Throat pain
  • Back pain
  • Stomach pain

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Etropex 100mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Etropex 100mg Tablet is a pregnancy category C drug and may cause harm to the unborn baby. However, if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or are a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Etropex 100mg Tablet. Avoid taking fentanyl (a strong opioid pain killer narcotic medicine) with Etropex 100mg Tablet, as it may cause severe breathing problems and can even lead to death. Do not take Etropex 100mg Tablet if you had heart failure as it may cause severe life-threatening adverse effects. If you experience a yellow colour change of your eyes or skin, dark coloured urine, stomach pain, pale stools, loss of appetite, unusual tiredness, vomiting or nausea, stop taking Etropex 100mg Tablet and consult a doctor immediately as they might be symptoms of liver failure. If you have kidney, liver, heart, or lung problems, inform your doctor before taking Etropex 100mg Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
  • In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk on barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
  • Do not scratch the affected area of skin as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
  • Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS

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FAQs

You are not recommended to take Etropex 100mg Tablet with simvastatin as co-administration of these two medicines may cause muscle weakness, unexplained muscle pain or tenderness, dark coloured urine, fever or flu symptoms. However, please consult a doctor before using Etropex 100mg Tablet with other medicines.

No, Etropex 100mg Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the fetus. Also, it is advised to use effective contraceptive measures while taking Etropex 100mg Tablet and after 2 months of stopping treatment with Etropex 100mg Tablet. However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking Etropex 100mg Tablet.

Etropex 100mg Tablet may cause temporary or permanent hearing loss in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Etropex 100mg Tablet to experience this adverse effect. However, if you notice any changes in hearing, stop taking Etropex 100mg Tablet and consult a doctor immediately.

You are advised to take antacids (drugs used to reduce acid in the stomach) such as omeprazole, pantoprazole and esomeprazole at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking Etropex 100mg Tablet as co-administration of these medicines at the same time may reduce the effectiveness of Etropex 100mg Tablet because antacids decrease the absorption and blood levels of Etropex 100mg Tablet. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Etropex 100mg Tablet.

Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition which spreads from one person to another through direct skin to skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person as it can also spread the infection.

You are not recommended to stop taking Etropex 100mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Etropex 100mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Etropex 100mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ESOMEPRAZOLE
  • OMEPRAZOLE
  • PANTOPRAZOLE
  • FLUTICASONE
  • BUDESONIDE
  • HYDROCODONE
  • WARFARIN
  • SIMVASTATIN
  • TERFENADINE
  • ALPRAZOLAM

Special Advise

  • Regular blood tests are recommended before and while taking Etropex 100mg Tablet to monitor liver functioning especially if you have any liver problems.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and cause infection. It may be contagious (spread from one person to another). The symptoms of a fungal infection include blisters, itching, redness, scaling and swelling of the skin. Yeast infection is caused by a type of fungus called candida and commonly occurs in moist and warm areas of the body. It is not contagious. It may cause infections in the mouth (oral thrush), vagina, nails, groin or armpits.

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