Itraconazole + Terbinafine

Dosage Forms Available

• Itraconazole + Terbinafine can be taken orally (tablets) or applied topically (cream).

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This combination medication is meant for adults. It may also be used in children above 12 years of age under the supervision of a doctor.

Contraindications

• This combination medication should not be used by individuals with known hypersensitivity to either Itraconazole or Terbinafine.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antiarrhythmics (such as quinidine and dofetilide), anticoagulants (such as warfarin), antidepressants (like Citalopram and Escitalopram), antidiabetics (like glipizide and glyburide) and calcium channel blockers (like felodipine and nisoldipine).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, headache, and dizziness. If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

• If you forget to take a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• For managing nausea, try taking this medication with or after a meal.

• You can manage diarrhoea by drinking plenty of fluids to prevent dehydration.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may cause dizziness or fatigue. If you experience these side effects, avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until you feel well enough to do so.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• The safety of this combination during pregnancy and lactation has not been established. It is advised to consult your doctor before using this medicine while pregnant or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with pre-existing liver conditions should exercise caution when taking this medicine, as both Itraconazole and Terbinafine can potentially cause liver problems.

• Caution should also be exercised in patients with pre-existing cardiac conditions due to the possible cardiac effects of Itraconazole.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a balanced diet to support your overall health. This can help your body's immune system fight off fungal infections.

• Good personal hygiene practices can help prevent the spread and recurrence of fungal infections.