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Tivicon 200mg Capsule 10.0 capsules in 1 strip

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Tivicon 200mg Capsule is a product of Roxters Pharma

Composition: Itraconazole (200mg)

Pack of 10 capsule

₹ 225.00

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Tivicon 200mg Capsule

Description:

Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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.

Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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. Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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 Tivicon

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Abdominal pain

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tivicon 200mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tivicon 200mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Tivicon 200mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
CAUTION
Tivicon 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Liver
CAUTION
Tivicon 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule used for?

Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule?

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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule?

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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?

No, you should not stop taking Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine or abdominal pain while taking Tivicon 200mg Capsule, immediately inform your doctor.

Can I take an antacid and Tivicon 200mg Capsule together?

Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule. However, if you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Tivicon 200mg Capsule capsules with a drink of cola.

What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Tivicon 200mg Capsule?

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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule. Tivicon 200mg Capsule should not be used for infection caused due to these species. It is advised to take the complete course of Tivicon 200mg Capsule to avoid drug resistance.

I am on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Tivicon 200mg Capsule now?

Affirmative, you can take both Alprazolam and Tivicon 200mg Capsule together, but keep a watch on the side effects of Alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If you experience side effects after taking Tivicon 200mg Capsule, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.

My doctor prescribed Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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 Tivicon 200mg Capsule to your friend because Tivicon 200mg Capsule 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. 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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