Q. Is itraconazole a steroid?
No, itraconazole is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of triazoles.
Q. Is itraconazole stronger than fluconazole?
Itraconazole is effective against a much wider range of fungal infections as compared to fluconazole. However, both drugs are equally effective and safe if used for same infections.
Q. Can I take itraconazole with paracetamol?
There are no known drug interactions between itraconazole and paracetamol if taken together. However, intercations can occur. Consult your doctor about all medications that you are currently taking before starting itraconazole.
Q. Can I take itraconazole with amoxicillin or penicillin?
There are no clinically observed drug interactions between itraconazole when taken with amoxicillin or penicillin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does itraconazole affect the action of oral contraceptives (birth control pills)?
There are no known interactions of itraconazole on oral contraceptive (Ethinyl estradiol and norethisterone). However, these can occur. Please consult your doctor if you are asked to take itraconazole and you are already taking oral contraceptives.
Q. Does itraconazole treat ringworm (dermatophytoses)?
Yes, itraconazole is used to treat ringworm (known as dermatophytoses e.g. tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea manuum).
Q. Does itraconazole cause an increase in blood pressure?
An increase in blood pressure has been seen with itraconazole in some studies. However, this is not a very common side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you have a history of high blood pressure or you are experiencing high blood pressure after taking itraconazole.
Q. Does itraconazole cause erectile dysfunction?
Yes, itraconazole can rarely cause erectile dysfunction (erection problems). Please consult your doctor if you experience this problem.
Q. Does itraconazole cause weight gain?
Weight gain has not been reported as an adverse effect with itraconazole. However, if you experience unexpected weight gain with itraconazole, this could be an indication of an underlying heart problem. Consult your doctor immediately as itraconazole can make your heart problem worse.
Q. Is itraconazole a sulfa drug?
No, itraconazole is not a sulfa drug. It is an azole derivative antifungal medicine.
Q. Is itraconazole safe in lactation or during breastfeeding?
Itraconazole is excreted in breast milk. So, expected benefits should be more than risks if itraconazole is to be taken during breastfeeding. If there is any doubt, the patient should not breastfeed. Please consult your doctor.
Q. Does itraconazole cause drowsiness (feeling sleepy)?
Drowsiness (feeling sleepy) has not been reported as a side effect of itraconazole. However, in case you feel very sleepy while taking itraconazole, you must consult your doctor. Dizziness (feeling of fainting) has been reported as a side effect with itraconazole
Q. Is itraconazole safe in pregnancy?
There are no safety studies done in humans during pregnancy. It should be used in pregnancy only if the benefits are clearly more than the risks.
Q. Does itraconazole cause hair loss?
Hair loss (alopecia) is reported as a side effect of itraconazole in the postmarketing studies. Please consult your doctor in case you experience hair loss while taking itraconazole.
Q. Does itraconazole kill candida?
Yes, itraconazole has been shown to be active against candida and is indicated for the treatment of the infections caused by candida. It is indicated for the treatment of oropharyngeal candidasis.
Q. Does itraconazole work for nail fungus (dermatophytoses)?
Yes, itraconazole does work for the nail fungus known as dermatophytoses (tinea unguium). Consult your doctor before starting itraconazole for any infection and you must take the medicine for as long as it is prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop the medicine until told by your doctor.
Q. Does itraconazole have penicillin in it?
No, itraconazole does not have penicillin in it.
Q. Does itraconazole need to be refrigerated?
Itraconazole does not to be refrigerated and also it should not be kept at a temperature above 25 degree celsius.
Q. Does itraconazole make you tired?
Itraconazole does not make you tired. In case you feel very tired while taking itraconazole, please talk to your doctor immediately as it may be due to an underlying liver problem or a heart condition with fluids in your lungs.
Q. Can I take itraconazole without food?
The capsule form of itraconazole is best taken with food but the oral solution of itraconazole is best absorbed in the empty stomach.
Q. Can I take itraconazole with aspirin?
There are no clinically observed drug interactions between itraconazole when taken with aspirin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can you take itraconazole with alcohol?
Itraconazole can be taken with alcohol as no clinically observed interactions have been noted between the two. However, interactions may occur. It is always advisable not to take alcohol if you are taking any medicines.<br>
