About Chim Itra Capsule
Chim Itra Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungi and is used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. Chim Itra Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with food. 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 the 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 nausea, dizziness, headache, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, constipation, and dyspepsia. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction like severe skin rash, tingling, difficulty breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. 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 this medicine if you have a history of 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.
Uses of Chim Itra Capsule
- Treatment of Fungal infections
How to use Chim Itra Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Chim Itra Capsule should be taken with or after food.
How Chim Itra Capsule works
Chim Itra Capsule is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Side effects of Chim Itra Capsule
Most side effects do not need medical attention and go away as your body adjusts. Talk to your doctor if they persist or worry you. Common side effects include:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Abdominal pain
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Chim Itra Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Storage
Store below 25°C. Keep out of the reach of children. How to store medicines at home.
Interactions with other medicines
Tell your doctor about every medicine you take. Known interactions include:
- Ranolazine (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Ranolazine with Itraconazole. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
- Methylergometrine (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Methylergometrine with Itraconazole. Itraconazole may raise blood levels of Methylergometrine. Concurrent use may cause gangrene of fingers and toes.
- Domperidone (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Domperidone with Itraconazole. Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
- Simvastatin (Oral Route): Life-threatening Do not consume Simvastatin with Itraconazole. If Itraconazole is essential, your doctor may temporarily stop Simvastatin. Itraconazole may raise blood levels of Simvastatin. Concurrent use may cause muscle damage.
Safety advice
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Chim Itra Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Chim Itra Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
It is not known whether Chim Itra Capsule alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Chim Itra Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
There is limited data available on the use of Chim Itra Capsule in patients with liver disease. Inform your doctor if you develop signs of jaundice like yellowing of eyes and skin, itching, and clay colored stools while taking this medicine.
Frequently asked questions
What is Chim Itra Capsule used for?
Chim Itra Capsule is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections caused could be ringworm infection, infection of feet, or infection in groin and buttocks. This medicine also treats persistent infection of fingernails and toenails, persistent candida (yeast) infections of vagina or candida (yeast) infections of the mouth or throat in patients with lower resistance to disease. It is also used in the treatment of cryptococcal infection and infections caused by histoplasma, aspergillus and blastomyces.
For how long do I need to take Chim Itra Capsule?
The dose and length of treatment will depend on the type and site of infection and your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Chim Itra Capsule for athlete’s foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), the dose may need to be taken for 30 days. While, on the other hand, if you are taking it for candidal infection of vagina, the dose may take about 1 to 3 3 days depending on the dosage advised by the doctor.
What should I do if I skip a dose of Chim Itra Capsule?
If you forget to take your dose, take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten dose.
I am taking Chim Itra Capsule for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should not stop taking Chim Itra Capsule without completing the entire course. This is because if you stop the medication then your fungal infection may not get completely cured. It usually takes about 6-9 months for the nail lesions to get cured and after that the new nail also takes several months to grow. Therefore, do not worry if you do not see any improvement during the treatment.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor may have prescribed blood tests to monitor your liver’s functioning. This is because the use of Chim Itra Capsule may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine or abdominal pain while taking Chim Itra Capsule, immediately inform your doctor.
Can I take an antacid and Chim Itra Capsule together?
Chim Itra Capsule can be utilized by the body if there is sufficient acid in the stomach. Medicines for stomach ulcers, heartburn or indigestion neutralize the acid produced by the stomach. Therefore, it is advised to avoid taking antacids or any such medicine for a minimum of 2 hours after taking Chim Itra Capsule. However, if you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Chim Itra Capsule capsules with a drink of cola.
This information is for reference only and does not replace advice from your doctor or pharmacist. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without medical advice. Details come from the product’s listing and may differ from the pack you receive; always read the label.
