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Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet is a product of Gufic Bioscience Ltd
Composition: Itraconazole (2.5mg)

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    Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet

    Description:

    Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungi and is used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

    Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with food. 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 the 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 nausea, dizziness, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, and dyspepsia. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction like severe skin rash, tingling, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. 

    Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Communicate to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have a history of 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.

    Uses:

    Directions For Use:

    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. Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet should be taken with or after food.

    Side Effects:

    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

    Ordinary side effects of Gufilet

    • Headache
    • Nausea
    • Abdominal pain

    Warning & Precautions:

    Alcohol
    CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
    It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
    Pregnancy
    CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
    Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
    Breast feeding
    CAUTION
    Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
    Driving
    CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
    It is not known whether Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
    Kidney
    CAUTION
    Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
    Liver
    CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
    There is limited data available on the use of Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
    Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.

    FAQs:

    What is Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet used for?

    Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections caused could be ringworm infection, infection of feet, or infection in groin and buttocks. This medicine also treats persistent infection of fingernails and toenails, persistent candida (yeast) infections of vagina or candida (yeast) infections of the mouth or throat in patients with lower resistance to disease. It is also used in the treatment of cryptococcal infection and infections caused by histoplasma, aspergillus and blastomyces.

    For how long do I need to take Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet?

    The dose and length of treatment will depend on the type and site of infection and your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet for athlete’s foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), the dose may need to be taken for 30 days. While, on the other hand, if you are taking it for candidal infection of vagina, the dose may take about 1 to 3 3 days depending on the dosage advised by the doctor.

    What should I do if I skip a dose of Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet?

    If you forget to take your dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten dose.

    I am taking Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?

    No, you should not stop taking Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet without completing the entire course. This is because if you stop the medication then your fungal infection may not get completely cured. It usually takes about 6-9 months for the nail lesions to get cured and after that the new nail also takes several months to grow. Therefore, do not worry if you do not see any improvement during the treatment.

    Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?

    Your doctor may have prescribed blood tests to monitor your liver’s functioning. This is because the use of Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine or abdominal pain while taking Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet, immediately inform your doctor.

    Can I take an antacid and Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet together?

    Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet can be utilized by the body if there is sufficient acid in the stomach. Medicines for stomach ulcers, heartburn or indigestion neutralize the acid produced by the stomach. Therefore, it is advised to avoid taking antacids or any such medicine for a minimum of 2 hours after taking Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet. However, if you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet capsules with a drink of cola.

    What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet?

    Drug resistance is a condition when the fungi get modified in your body and the medicine is not able to work. There are reports which suggest resistance of some candida species (krusei, glabrata and tropicalis) with Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet. Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet should not be used for infection caused due to these species. It is advised to take the complete course of Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet to avoid drug resistance.

    I am on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet now?

    Affirmative, you can take both Alprazolam and Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet together, but keep a watch on the side effects of Alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If you experience side effects after taking Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.

    My doctor prescribed Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet to me but not to my friend who had a similar fungal infection because she was on dofetilide. Why is it so?

    Your doctor did not prescribe Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet to your friend because Gufilet 2.5mg Tablet interferes with the working of dofetilide. This interference can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart, which can be harmful for the patient.

    Written by:
    Dr. Lokanish
    M.B.B.S.

    Reviewed by:
    Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
    M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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