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About Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is in a class of medications called azole antifungals. It is used to prevent and treat fungal infections in adults and children two years of age and older with a weakened ability to fight infection. Besides this, it is also used to treat invasive aspergillosis (a serious fungal infection that begins in the lungs and spreads through the bloodstream to other organs) in adults and teenagers 13 years of age and older. Any disease caused by a fungus is known as a fungal infection.
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj contains a medicine called posaconazole. It is a triazole antifungal agent and exerts its antifungal activity through the blockage of certain enzymes (P-450 dependent enzyme, sterol 14α-demethylase). This leads to inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane, and the accumulation of methylated sterol precursors. This results in the inhibition of fungal cell growth and cell death. Thus, it treats infections.
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. You may sometimes experience injection site reactions, fever, headache, chills or shaking, stomach pain, constipation, diarrhoea, nosebleeds and coughing. Most of these side effects of Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic or hypersensitive to any component present in Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj or if you are pregnant, suspect you are pregnant, plan to have a baby or are breastfeeding; your doctor will prescribe Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj only if the benefits outweigh the risk. Before taking the Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj, inform your doctor about your medical history and ongoing therapies to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions.
Uses of Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is used in the treatment of Fungal infections. The detailed uses of Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj are as follows:
- Prevent invasive fungal infections in immunocompromised patients: Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is administered to individuals with weakened immune systems such as those undergoing chemotherapy or stem cell transplantation to protect against life-threatening infections caused by Candida and Aspergillus species.
- Treat invasive aspergillosis: Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is used to manage serious fungal infections that begin in the lungs and may spread to other organs, especially in patients who are intolerant to or unresponsive to other antifungal therapies.
- Serve as an alternative for resistant fungal infections: Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is effective against fungi that are resistant to other azole antifungals, making it a valuable option in complex or refractory cases.
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Directions for Use
- Your doctor will determine the dosage and frequency depending on your condition.
- Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional.
- Do not self-administer.
Key Benefits
It is used to prevent and treat fungal infections in adults and children two years of age and older with a weakened ability to fight infection. It is also used to treat invasive aspergillosis (a serious fungal infection that begins in the lungs and spreads through the bloodstream to other organs) in adults and teenagers 13 years of age and older. Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj contains a medicine called posaconazole. It is a triazole antifungal agent and exerts its antifungal activity through the blockage of certain enzymes (P-450 dependent enzyme, sterol 14α-demethylase). This leads to inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane, and the accumulation of methylated sterol precursors. This results in the inhibition of fungal cell growth and cell death. Thus, it treats infections.
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- Avoid alcohol as it may be harmful and worsen certain condition.
- Take nutritional supplements only as advised by your doctor.
- Limit sodium intake.
- Consult your doctor for medications to treat your condition effectively.
- Inform Your Doctor: Notify your doctor immediately about your diarrhoea symptoms. This allows them to adjust your medication or provide guidance on managing side effects.
- Stay Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids to replace lost water and electrolytes. Choose water, clear broth, and electrolyte-rich drinks. Avoid carbonated or caffeinated beverages to effectively rehydrate your body.
- Follow a Bland Diet: Eat easy-to-digest foods to help firm up your stool and settle your stomach. Try incorporating bananas, rice, applesauce, toast, plain crackers, and boiled vegetables into your diet.
- Avoid Trigger Foods: Steer clear of foods that can worsen diarrhoea, such as spicy, fatty, or greasy foods, high-fibre foods, and dairy products (especially if you're lactose intolerant).
- Practice Good Hygiene: Maintain good hygiene to prevent the spread of infection. To stay healthy, wash your hands frequently, clean and disinfect surfaces regularly, and avoid exchanging personal belongings with others.
- Take Anti-Diarrheal Medications: If your doctor advises, anti-diarrheal medications such as loperamide might help manage diarrhoea symptoms. Always follow your doctor's directions.
- Keep track of your diarrhoea symptoms. If they don't get better or worse or are accompanied by severe stomach pain, blood, or dehydration signs (like extreme thirst or dark urine), seek medical help.
- Inform your doctor immediately if you experience a fever after starting a new medication.
- Your doctor may adjust your medication regimen or dosage as needed to minimize fever symptoms.
- Monitor your body temperature to monitor fever progression.
- Drink plenty of fluids, such as water or electrolyte-rich beverages, to help your body regulate temperature.
- Get plenty of rest and engage in relaxation techniques, such as deep breathing or meditation, to help manage fever symptoms.
- Under the guidance of your doctor, consider taking medication, such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen, to help reduce fever.
- If your fever is extremely high (over 103°F), or if you experience severe symptoms such as confusion, seizures, or difficulty breathing, seek immediate medical attention.
- Skin rash caused by allergies is due to irritants or allergens. Therefore, avoid contact with such irritants.
- Consult your doctor for proper medication and apply an anti-itch medication. Follow the schedule and use the medication whenever needed.
- Protect your skin from extreme heat and try to apply wet compresses.
- Soak in the cool bath, which gives a soothing impact to the affected area.
- Tell your doctor immediately if you experience shortness of breath after taking medication.
- Your doctor may adjust the medication regimen or dosage or give alternative medical procedures to minimize the symptoms of shortness of breath.
- Monitor your oxygen levels and breathing rate regularly to track changes and potential side effects.
- For controlling stress and anxiety, try relaxation techniques like deep breathing exercises, meditation, or yoga.
- Make lifestyle changes, such as quitting smoking, exercising regularly, and maintaining a healthy weight.
- Seek emergency medical attention if you experience severe shortness of breath, chest pain, or difficulty speaking.
- Follow up regularly with your doctor to monitor progress, adjust treatment plans, and address any concerns or questions.
- Inform your doctor about your constipation symptoms. They may adjust your medication or advise alternative treatments.
- Stay hydrated by drinking sufficient of water (at least 8-10 glasses a day) to help soften stool and promote bowel movements.
- Increase fibre intake by eating foods high in fibre, such as fruits, whole grains, vegetables and legumes, to help bulk up the stool.
- Establish a bowel routine by trying to go to the bathroom at the same time each day to train your bowels.
- Engaging in regular exercise, like walking or yoga, can support in bowel movement stimulation.
- Consult your doctor if constipation persists, and discuss alternative treatments or adjustments to your medication.
- Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
- Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
- Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
- Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
- Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
- Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
- To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
- Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
- Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
- Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
- Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
- Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
What if I have taken an overdose of Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj
Drug Warnings
Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects. Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is restricted to people sensitive to product constituents or other antifungal medicines. During pregnancy and lactation, posaconazole should only be used after careful risk/benefit considerations, so before taking Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj, inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj. However, as a precautionary measure, it is advisable not to take or limit alcohol.
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When Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is taken with Ranolazine, may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of Ranolazine.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj and ranolazine, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Using ivabradine together with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of ivabradine.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Ivabradine with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj together is generally not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, contact a doctor immediately if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, chest pain or tightness, rapid heartbeat, or memory loss. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of sirolimus with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj can lower the levels of sirolimus in the blood.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj with sirolimus, they can be taken together if a doctor advises. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj with Ziprasidone can increase the risk of abnormal heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj with Ziprasidone is not recommended, but it can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult your doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj with Simvastatin can increase the blood levels and effects of Simvastatin. This can increase the risk of side effects such as liver problems and rhabdomyolysis (which involves the breakdown of skeletal muscle tissue).
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj and Simvastatin together is not recommended as it can lead to an interaction, but it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness, fever or dark-colored urine, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, and yellowing of the skin or eyes, contact your doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking lovastatin with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj can increase the levels of lovastatin in the blood which can increase the risk of side effects.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Lovastatin and Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj, they can be taken together if advised by a doctor. However, contact a doctor if you experience ever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark colored urine, and/or yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
Coadministration of silodosin and Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj may significantly increase the blood levels and effects of silodosin.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj and Silodosin, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, nasal congestion, and headache. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
When Isavuconazole is taken with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj, it can increase the levels of isavuconazole in the blood.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between isavuconazole and Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj, it can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
Taking saquinavir together with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.
How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj and saquinavir, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, or shortness of breath. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
When Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is taken with Cisapride, it can lower the rate at which Cisapride is broken down in the body.
How to manage the interaction:
Taking Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj with Cisapride is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. They can be taken together if advised by your doctor. However, contact your doctor if you experience any symptoms. Do not stop taking any medications without consulting a doctor.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Take the medication as directed by the doctor and at regular intervals if you take Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj for more than one day.
- Do not use other over-the-counter medications, herbal or vitamin supplements without informing your pharmacist or doctor when you take Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj.
- Continue taking your normal regular diet unless your doctor prescribes a specific diet.
- It is advisable to follow a candida diet during yeast infections. This diet excludes sugar, gluten, certain dairy products, and alcoholic beverages and switches to low-sugar fruits, non-starchy vegetables, and gluten-free foods.
- A very high sugar or high-carbohydrate diet may increase the count of Candida in some people. It is better to avoid or limit alcohol and caffeine intake during the Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj treatment to enhance a healthy lifestyle practice.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
Limit or avoid consumption of alcohol while on treatment with Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj as it may increase the risk of serious side effects.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless clearly necessary. So, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or suspect pregnancy. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
There is no substantial research yet on using Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj in breastfeeding women. Inform your doctor if you are a nursing mother before taking Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj; your doctor will decide whether Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj can be taken by breastfeeding mothers.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
It is unknown whether Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj alters the ability to drive, so do not drive or operate machinery if you experience any symptoms affecting your ability to concentrate and react.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Inform your doctor before receiving the Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj if you have a liver impairment/disorder history. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Inform your doctor before receiving the Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj if you have a kidney impairment/disorder history. Your doctor may adjust the dose or prescribe a suitable alternative based on your condition.
Children
Safe if prescribed
Please consult your doctor. Your doctor will prescribe a suitable dose based on your child's age and condition.
Heart
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj should be used cautiously in heart patients due to its potential to cause arrhythmias, especially when combined with certain medications. Always consult your cardiologist and monitor ECG and electrolytes during treatment.
Geriatrics
Consult your doctor
Geriatric patients can receive Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj, as studies show no significant safety differences compared to younger adults. However, kidney function should be monitored closely, and oral therapy may be preferred if renal impairment is present.
FAQs
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is used to treat Fungal infections.
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj contains a medicine called posaconazole. It is a triazole antifungal agent and exerts its antifungal activity through the blockage of certain enzymes (P-450 dependent enzyme, sterol 14α-demethylase). This leads to inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane, and the accumulation of methylated sterol precursors. This results in inhibiting fungal cell growth and, ultimately, cell death. Thus, it treats infections.
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is not recommended for coadministration with anticoagulants, So if you are under anticoagulant therapy, inform your doctor before prescribing Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj.
If you are allergic to posaconazole or similar antifungals such as fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, or voriconazole, you should not use it. When combined with certain medications, posaconazole can have unfavourable or dangerous side effects.
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj may cause side effects like injection site reactions, diarrhoea, nausea, fever, vomiting, headache and coughing, although not everybody gets them. Most of these side effects of Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
In some cases, using Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj may lead to nosebleeds as a side effect. It does not require medical attention and gradually resolves over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Please do not self-administer.
Yes, Posahit 300Mg/16.7Ml Inj is effective in the treatment of fungal infections and prevention of invasive aspergillosis (a serious fungal infection that begins in the lungs and spreads through the bloodstream to other organs).
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- https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a616017.html
- https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/posaconazole.html
- https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/16961575/#:~:text=Posaconazole%2C%20a%20new%20triazole%20antifungal,fungi%20except%20Pneumocystis%20and%20Pythium.
- https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB01263
- https://mft.nhs.uk/app/uploads/sites/10/2021/11/Posaconazole-NAC-PIL.pdf
