Dose adjustment in hepatic impairment
Dose adjustment may be needed in liver disease.
Leaflet POSACONAZOL ALVOGEN 100mg gastro-resistant tablets
- Product code:
- W66491011
- Quantity:
- 24
- Indicated for:
- fungal infections
- Route of administration:
- oral
- Substance:
- posaconazole (azole antifungal)
- ATC
- J02AC04 — Antiinfectives for systemic use | Antimycotics for systemic use | Antimycotics for systemic use | Triazole derivatives
Precautions:
Major drug interactions
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
Pregnancy warning
Use during pregnancy only on medical advice.
Cardiac risk / QT prolongation / arrhythmias
This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
Posaconazole is an antifungal medication used for the prevention and treatment of severe fungal infections, such as invasive aspergillosis or oropharyngeal candidiasis.
It belongs to the triazole class and works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane, leading to fungal destruction.
Posaconazole is particularly indicated for immunocompromised patients, such as those who have undergone organ transplants or are undergoing chemotherapy.
The medication is available as an oral suspension, tablets, or injectable solution, with the dosage adjusted based on the severity of the infection and the patient's condition.
Common side effects include nausea, diarrhea, headaches, and elevated liver enzyme levels.
In rare cases, more serious adverse effects may occur, such as hepatotoxicity or severe allergic reactions.
It is important for patients to strictly follow their doctor's recommendations and undergo regular liver function tests during treatment.
Posaconazole may interact with other medications, so patients should inform their doctor about all treatments they are taking.
General data about POSACONAZOL ALVOGEN 100mg
- Substance:
- posaconazole
- Date of latest medicines list:
- 01-06-2023
- Product code:
- W66491011
- Concentration:
- 100mg
- Pharmaceutical form:
- gastro-resistant tablets
- Quantity:
- 24
- Product type:
- Generic medicine
- Prescription status:
- P-RF — Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.
Pharmaceutical forms available for posaconazole
Concentrations available for posaconazole
- 100mg
- 300mg
- 40mg/ml