Voriconazole (200mg)
Voritek 200 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole. It should be taken one hour before or one hour after a meal. 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 rash, vomiting, nausea, and headache. 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), 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. This medicine may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.
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 themCommon side effects of Voritek
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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. Voritek 200 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
Voritek 200 Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Related Warnings
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voritek 200 Tablet.
Voritek 200 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Information regarding the use of Voritek 200 Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Voritek 200 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Voritek 200 Tablet may cause blurring of vision or uncomfortable sensitivity to light and this may impair your ability to drive.
Voritek 200 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Voritek 200 Tablet is recommended.
Voritek 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voritek 200 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Voritek 200 Tablet is a prescription medicine that belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungals. It is used to treat certain serious fungal infections in your blood and body such as aspergillosis, esophageal candidiasis, Scedosporium, Fusarium, and candidemia. Voritek 200 Tablet effectively relieves these infections in adults and children aged 2 years and above.
Voritek 200 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 Voritek 200 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
If you have missed a dose of Voritek 200 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.
Before taking Voritek 200 Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Voritek 200 Tablet or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, liver or kidneys and if you are suffering from diabetes as Voritek 200 Tablet contains sugar. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
Driving or anything requiring concentration must be avoided while taking Voritek 200 Tablet. This is because Voritek 200 Tablet may cause changes in your vision such as blurring or sensitivity to light. Moreover, Voritek 200 Tablet may make you sensitive to sunlight and increases the chances of getting a sunburn. If you get a sunburn, please contact your doctor immediately.
Voritek 200 Tablet tablets or liquid form must be stored at a temperature of 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C). Do not refrigerate or freeze. The liquid or suspension form should be thrown away (discarded) after 14 days. Voritek 200 Tablet must be stored in a tightly closed container. Any outdated (expired) medicine must be discarded. Voritek 200 Tablet must be kept out of reach of children to avoid misuse.
