Itraconazole Tab

Anti Fungal

ITRON 100/200mg Tablets ITRON 20 Oral Suspension

• Itraconazole, sometimes abbreviated ITZ, is an antifungal medication used to treat a number of fungal infections. This includes Aspergillosis, Blastomycosis, Coccidiomycosis, Histoplasmosis and Paracoccidiosis.

Composition:

Itron 100/200 Tablets: Each Tablet contains Itraconazole IP 200 mg.

Itron 20 Oral Suspension: Each ml contains Itraconazole 20 mg in flavoured syrup base.

Dosage:

• In dogs, the usual dose is 5 to 10 mg/kg b. wt one to two times per day orally. The dose for cats is 5 to 10 mg/Kg b. wt every 12 to 24 hours. It is common for fungal infections to require several weeks of treatment.

Pharmacodynamics:

• It inhibits the fungal-mediated synthesis of ergosterol, via inhibition of lanosterol 14a-demethylase.

Indications:

• Itron Tablet and Oral Suspension are prescribed by veterinarians to treat fungal infections of the skin, claws, bones, respiratory tract and brain. The most common uses for this drug include cryptococcosis in cats and dermatophyte infections in both cats and dogs.

Directions for Use:

• Itraconazole should be given along with food containing more fat which helps in absorption.

Side effects

•  The Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, abdominal pain, rash, and headache.

Caution:

• Itraconazole should be used with caution in pets that are pregnant, breeding, or nursing, as its safety has not been established in these cases.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature.