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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

ITRACONAZOLE-200MG

Uses:

Ceastra 200 mg Capsule is used in the treatment of fungal infections. The detailed uses of Ceastra 200 mg Capsule are as follows:<br/>• Yeast Infection Treatment: Ceastra 200 mg Capsule is commonly used to combat vaginal yeast infections caused by the Candida fungus.<br/>• Fungal Infection Management: Ceastra 200 mg Capsule effectively treats various systemic fungal infections, especially in individuals with weakened immune systems.<br/>• Preventive Care: Doctors may prescribe Ceastra 200 mg Capsule to prevent fungal infections in patients undergoing chemotherapy or those prone to such infections due to immune deficiencies.<br/>• Oral Thrush Treatment: Ceastra 200 mg Capsule is also useful in managing oral candidiasis (thrush), a fungal overgrowth in the mouth caused by Candida.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Ceastra 200 mg Capsule is an antifungal used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, toenails, fingernails or lungs. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Ceastra 200 mg Capsule inhibits the production of ergosterol (a main component of the cell membranes of fungi). This weakens and damages the fungal cell membranes, causing the main components of fungal cells to leak out. Thus, it kills fungi and clears the fungal infection.

FAQs

Ceastra 200 mg Capsule is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, toenails, fingernails or lungs. It works by inhibiting the production of ergosterol (a main component of cell membranes of fungi). Thereby killing fungi and clearing the fungal infection.

You are not recommended to take Ceastra 200 mg Capsule with simvastatin as co-administration of these two medicines may cause muscle weakness, unexplained muscle pain or tenderness, dark coloured urine, fever or flu symptoms. However, please consult a doctor before using Ceastra 200 mg Capsule with other medicines.

No, Ceastra 200 mg Capsule is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the fetus. Also, it is advised to use effective contraceptive measures while taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule and after 2 months of stopping treatment with Ceastra 200 mg Capsule . However, please inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy or breastfeeding before taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule .

Ceastra 200 mg Capsule may cause temporary or permanent hearing loss in some people. It is not necessary for everyone taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule to experience this adverse effect. However, if you notice any changes in hearing, stop taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule and consult a doctor immediately.

You are advised to take antacids (drugs used to reduce acid in the stomach) such as omeprazole, pantoprazole and esomeprazole at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule as co-administration of these medicines at the same time may reduce the effectiveness of Ceastra 200 mg Capsule because antacids decrease the absorption and blood levels of Ceastra 200 mg Capsule . However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Ceastra 200 mg Capsule .

Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition which spreads from one person to another through direct skin to skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person as it can also spread the infection.

You are not recommended to stop taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Ceastra 200 mg Capsule for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule , please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are sexually active and discuss effective contraception methods. Ceastra 200 mg Capsule may reduce the effectiveness of oral contraceptive pills. Thus, you are advised to use barrier methods of contraception like condoms, if you are taking Ceastra 200 mg Capsule .

Inform the doctor about your detailed medical and surgical history, if you have liver, kidney or heart disease or fits and if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning pregnancy. Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines including supplements or herbal products as Ceastra 200 mg Capsule may interact with other medicines. Also, let your doctor know if you are stopping any medicine.

Ceastra 200 mg Capsule contains Itraconazole, an antifungal that works by inhibiting the production of ergosterol (a main component of cell membranes of fungi). Thereby, weakens and damages the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, it causes the main components of fungal cells to leak out, kill fungi, and clear the fungal infection.

Yes, you should swallow the capsule whole with a glass of water. Do not crush, chew or break it.

The side effects of Ceastra 200 mg Capsule include nausea, headache, diarrhoea, stomach pain, fatigue (overtiredness), back pain, cough, and sore throat. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you have taken overdose of Ceastra 200 mg Capsule , please consult your doctor immediately.

Store Ceastra 200 mg Capsule at room temperature. Protect from light and moisture. Keep out of reach and sight of children.