Konazol 200mg Tablet

Composition Ketoconazole (200mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 tablets
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Action Class Fungal Ergosterol Synthesis Inhibitor
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Lincoln Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Manufacturer address LINCOLN HOUSE, B/h. Satyam Complex, Science City Road, Sola, Ahmedabad â?? 380 062., Gujarat, India,

Konazol 200mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus 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.

Konazol 200mg 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. Avoid taking antacid treatments within one hour before or two hours after you take it.

The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, headache, feeling sick (nausea), and abnormal liver function. 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), 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. The drugs may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

Fungal infections

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. Konazol 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.

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Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
A:

Your doctor has prescribed Konazol 200mg 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.

Take it with food, preferably at the same time every day.

Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Konazol 200mg Tablet.

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.

Inform your doctor if you experience an allergic reaction like skin rash, swelling of face and shortness of breath.

In Fungal infections

Konazol 200mg Tablet is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body. The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Nausea

Vomiting

Abdominal pain

Itching

Diarrhea

Abnormal liver function tests

Alcohol:UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Konazol 200mg Tablet.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Konazol 200mg 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

Konazol 200mg 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

Konazol 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney:CAUTION

Konazol 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Konazol 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Konazol 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Konazol 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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