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Posacad GR Tablet 10 tablets in 1 strip

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Posacad GR Tablet is a product of Cadila Healthcare Limited

Composition: Posaconazole (100mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

₹ 7500

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All Details About Posacad GR Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Posacad GR Tablet

Description:

Posacad GR Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat fungal infection. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Posacad GR Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. They should be swallowed whole and taken with food. 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 headache, diarrhea, feeling sick (nausea), and low potassium level. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction and sign of liver problems such as yellowing of eyes, dark urine, and stomach problems. 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. Communicate to your doctor before taking it if you have ever had heart failure, 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, and potassium level by testing your blood. The drugs may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

Uses:

  • Severe fungal infections

Directions For Use:

Ordinary side effects of Posacad

  • Headache
  • Rash
  • Decreased appetite
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Dizziness
  • Electrolyte imbalance
  • Chubbyigue
  • Fever
  • Decreased potassium level in blood
  • Increased liver enzymes
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Itching
  • Sleepiness
  • Taste change
  • Weakness
  • Decreased magnesium level in blood
  • Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
  • High blood pressure
  • Anorectal discomfort
  • Increased glucose level in blood
  • Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
  • Hypotension (low blood pressure)
  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Low blood platelets
  • Petechiae (red or purple spot caused by bleeding into the skin)
  • Vomiting
  • Cough
  • Abdominal pain
  • Constipation
  • Indigestion
  • Nosebleeds
  • Rigors
  • Swelling of legs
  • Pantingness

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

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Posacad GR Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Posacad GR Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Posacad GR Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Posacad GR Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As you may feel dizzy, sleepy, or have blurred vision while taking Posacad GR Tablet, which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Posacad GR Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Posacad GR Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine. Employ of Posacad GR Tablet is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Posacad GR Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Posacad GR Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

Q. What is Posacad GR Tablet and what is it used for?

Posacad GR Tablet belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungal medicines. It is used to treat serious infections caused by various types of fungi such as Aspergillus and Franka, in patients who are at high risk of developing these infections. Posacad GR Tablet is majorly prescribed to severely immunocompromised patients in cases of cancer or those undergoing blood transfusion or chemotherapy.

Q. How to take Posacad GR Tablet?

Posacad GR Tablet should be taken with food to get maximum benefit. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and continue taking it in the dose and duration prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop taking it without discussing it with your doctor as it may worsen your symptoms.

Q. I feel better now. Can I stop taking Posacad GR Tablet?

No. You should not stop taking Posacad GR Tablet without discussing it with your doctor even if you feel better. This is because if you stop taking it suddenly, it may worsen your symptoms and your infection may come back. Your doctor will decide for how long you need to continue taking this medicine. Consult your doctor if any of the side effects bother you. If you have completed your course of treatment, your doctor may decrease your dose gradually before taking you off this medicine. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Posacad GR Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Posacad GR 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.

Q. Is Posacad GR Tablet effective?

Posacad GR 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 Posacad GR Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. What are the side effects of Posacad GR Tablet?

Some of the common side effects of Posacad GR Tablet are cough, headache, nausea, and vomiting. However, these are usually not bothersome and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if any of thes side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)

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

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