Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

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SALT INFORMATION FOR Ceastra 200mg Tablet XL

Itraconazole(200mg)

Ceastra tablet xl uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal infections. It is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth or vagina (thrush), skin and other parts of the body such as finger and toenails.

How ceastra tablet xl works

Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.

Common side effects of ceastra tablet xl

Nausea, Abdominal pain, Constipation, Dizziness, Headache, Indigestion, Vomiting

SUBSTITUTES FOR Ceastra Tablet XL

No substitutes found

Expert advice FOR Ceastra Tablet XL

Itraconazole helps treat fungal infections of mouth, skin, vagina or any other parts of the body.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Take it with food, preferably at the same time everyday.
Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Itraconazole.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Inform your doctor if you develop allergic reactions, nerve pain, or hearing loss.

Frequently asked questions FOR Ceastra 200mg Tablet XL

Itraconazole

Q. What is Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule used for?

Ceastra -XL 200 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 the feet, or infection in the 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 disease resistance. It is also used in the treatment of cryptococcal infection and infections caused by Histoplasma, aspergillus, and Blastomyces.

Q. For how long do I need to take Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule?

The dose and length of treatment depends on the type and site of infection and your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Ceastra -XL 200 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, on the other hand, if you are taking it for candidal infection of the vagina, the dose may span from 1 day to 3 days depending on the dosage advised by the doctor.

Q. I am taking Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?

No, you should not stop taking Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule without completing the entire course because doing so may not completely cure the fungal infection. It usually takes about 6-9 months for nail lesions to disappear because after the medicine eliminates the fungus, the new nail takes several months to grow. Do not worry if you do not see any improvement during the treatment.

Q. Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?

Your doctor is probably trying to monitor your liver’s functioning. Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule, you should tell your doctor immediately.

Q. Can I take antacid and Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule together?

Ceastra -XL 200 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, take antacids or any such medicine about 2 hours after taking Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule capsules with a drink of cola.

Q. What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule?

Sometimes it happens that the fungi get modified in your body and the medicine no longer works. This is called drug resistance. Resistance to Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule has been reported with some candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis). Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule should not be used for infection caused due to these species. Take the complete course of Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule to avoid drug resistance.

Q. I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule now?

Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule together, but keep a watch on the side effects of alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.

Q. My doctor prescribed Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule to me but not to my friend who had a similar fungal infection because she was on dofetilide. Why is it so?

Your doctor did not prescribe Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule to your friend because Ceastra -XL 200 Capsule interferes with the working of dofetilide. This interference can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart, which can be harmful to the patient.

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Composition FOR Ceastra 200mg Tablet XL

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