Zubistat 200mg Capsule
Zubistat 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.
Zubistat 200mg Capsule
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Zubistat 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.
Zubistat 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.
Zubistat 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. Talk 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.
03Uses
Treatment of Fungal infections
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Zubistat 200mg Capsule is to be taken with food.
05How It Works
Zubistat 200mg Capsule is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Zubistat Capsule?
A: If you miss a dose of Zubistat 200mg Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Benefits
In Treatment of Fungal infections
Zubistat 200mg Capsule is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat infections in different parts of the body caused by fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi. This provides relief from various symptoms caused by the infection and speeds up the healing process. You should keep taking the medicine until you complete the dose even if you get better. This will prevent the infection from returning.
08Side Effects
Nausea
Abdominal pain
Headache
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Zubistat 200mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Zubistat 200mg Capsule 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
Zubistat 200mg Capsule 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
Zubistat 200mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Zubistat 200mg Capsule can sometimes cause dizziness, blurred/double vision or hearing loss. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
Zubistat 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Zubistat 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Zubistat 200mg Capsule in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.
10Drug Tips
Zubistat 200mg Capsule helps treat fungal infections of mouth, skin, vagina or any other parts of the body.
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 everyday.
Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Zubistat 200mg Capsule.
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 develop allergic reactions, nerve pain, or hearing loss.
Your doctor has prescribed Zubistat 200mg Capsule to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
References
Sources and references
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