Voritrop 50mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Voritrop 50mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Voritrop 50mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole. It should be taken one hour before or one hour after a meal. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, nausea, and headache. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea. Get emergency help if this happens.
Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Talk to your doctor before taking it if you have ever had heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may want to check your liver by testing your blood. This medicine may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.
Voritrop 50mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole. It should be taken one hour before or one hour after a meal. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse.
The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, nausea, and headache. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea. Get emergency help if this happens.
Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Talk to your doctor before taking it if you have ever had heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may want to check your liver by testing your blood. This medicine may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.
Uses of Voritrop Tablet
- Severe fungal infections
Benefits of Voritrop Tablet
In Severe fungal infections
Voritrop 50mg Tablet works by killing the fungi which can cause serious infections. It usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the fungi and yeast causing the infection are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Voritrop Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Voritrop
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Hallucination
- Slow heart rate
- Altered vision
- Headache
- Nausea
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Sinus inflammation
- Peripheral edema
How to use Voritrop Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Voritrop 50mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Voritrop Tablet works
Voritrop 50mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voritrop 50mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Voritrop 50mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Voritrop 50mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Voritrop 50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Voritrop 50mg Tablet may cause blurring of vision or uncomfortable sensitivity to light and this may impair your ability to drive.
Voritrop 50mg Tablet may cause blurring of vision or uncomfortable sensitivity to light and this may impair your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Voritrop 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Voritrop 50mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Voritrop 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voritrop 50mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Voritrop Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Voritrop 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Voritrop 50mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It should be taken one hour before or one hour after a meal.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azoles {Triazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Voritrop with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Both Aripiprazole and Voriconazole can affect heart rhythm and if taken together this may be fatal.
Do not consume Aripiprazole with Voriconazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Pimozide with Voriconazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Sildenafil with Voriconazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Ranolazine with Voriconazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal. Voriconazole may raise blood levels of Iloperidone.
Do not consume Iloperidone with Voriconazole.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Voritrop 50mg Tablet? What is it used for?
Voritrop 50mg Tablet is a prescription medicine that belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungals. It is used to treat certain serious fungal infections in your blood and body such as aspergillosis, esophageal candidiasis, Scedosporium, Fusarium, and candidemia. Voritrop 50mg Tablet effectively relieves these infections in adults and children aged 2 years and above.
Is Voritrop 50mg Tablet effective?
Voritrop 50mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Voritrop 50mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What if I forget to take a dose of Voritrop 50mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Voritrop 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
What should I know before taking Voritrop 50mg Tablet?
Before taking Voritrop 50mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Voritrop 50mg Tablet or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, liver or kidneys and if you are suffering from diabetes as Voritrop 50mg Tablet contains sugar. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
What should I avoid while taking Voritrop 50mg Tablet?
Driving or anything requiring concentration must be avoided while taking Voritrop 50mg Tablet. This is because Voritrop 50mg Tablet may cause changes in your vision such as blurring or sensitivity to light. Moreover, Voritrop 50mg Tablet may make you sensitive to sunlight and increases the chances of getting a sunburn. If you get a sunburn, please contact your doctor immediately.
How should Voritrop 50mg Tablet be stored?
Voritrop 50mg Tablet tablets or liquid form must be stored at a temperature of 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C). Do not refrigerate or freeze. The liquid or suspension form should be thrown away (discarded) after 14 days. Voritrop 50mg Tablet must be stored in a tightly closed container. Any outdated (expired) medicine must be discarded. Voritrop 50mg Tablet must be kept out of reach of children to avoid misuse.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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