Dandrotin 200mg Tablet is used in the treatment of severe fungal infections when other antifungal treatments are unsuitable or ineffective. The detailed uses of Dandrotin 200mg Tablet include:<ul><li>Treatment of systemic fungal infections: Dandrotin 200mg Tablet is prescribed for serious fungal infections affecting internal organs such as the lungs, liver, or skin.</li><li>Management of fungal infections resistant to first-line therapy: Dandrotin 200mg Tablet is used when alternative antifungal agents are not tolerated or fail to provide adequate results.</li><li>Destruction of fungal cell membranes: Dandrotin 200mg Tablet works by disrupting the integrity of fungal cell membranes, leading to cell death and resolution of the infection.</li></ul>

Medicinal Benefits:

Dandrotin 200mg Tablet is an antifungal used to treat severe fungal infections.
It is used only when other effective antifungal therapies are not available or tolerated and if potential benefits outweigh potential risks.
It destroys 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, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

FAQs

What is the use of Dandrotin 200mg Tablet?

Dandrotin 200mg Tablet belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals indicated to treat various systemic fungal infections such as blastomycosis (infection caused by Blastomyces fungus), chromomycosis (chronic infection of the skin and subcutaneous tissue), Coccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Coccidioides fungus), paracoccidioidomycosis (infection caused by Paracoccidioides fungus) and histoplasmosis (lung infection caused by Histoplasma fungus).

How does Dandrotin 200mg Tablet work?

Dandrotin 200mg Tablet works by destroying 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, kills fungi and treats the fungal infection.

Is Dandrotin 200mg Tablet used to treat fungal meningitis?

Dandrotin 200mg Tablet is not recommended to treat fungal meningitis (fungal infection spreads to the brain and spinal cord) as it poorly penetrates into the cerebrospinal fluid. Therefore, inform your doctor if you have fungal meningitis so that appropriate medication may be prescribed.

What foods are to be avoided while taking Dandrotin 200mg Tablet?

You are recommended to avoid foods containing chocolate and caffeine such as cocoa beans, tea, coffee, cola and energy drinks while taking Dandrotin 200mg Tablet as it may increase the adverse effects of caffeine such as drowsiness, nervousness or nausea.

Can I take Dandrotin 200mg Tablet with simvastatin?

You are not recommended to take Dandrotin 200mg Tablet with simvastatin (lipid-lowering drug) as co-administration of these medicines may cause muscle problems. Therefore, please consult a doctor before taking Dandrotin 200mg Tablet with other medicines.

Can I stop taking Dandrotin 200mg Tablet on my own?

No, you are not recommended to stop taking Dandrotin 200mg Tablet without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Dandrotin 200mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while taking Dandrotin 200mg Tablet, please consult your doctor.