Itraconazole: how to take it safely
Sporanox
Reviewed by Pharm. Abeeb Junior
What it is for
Treats fungal infections of the nails, skin, mouth and some deeper infections.
How to take it
- Prescription medicine: take it exactly as your doctor or pharmacist told you.
- Capsules: swallow whole straight after a full meal.
- Liquid: take on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before food.
When to take it
Take it at the same time each day.
Take it with
Capsules with a full meal. Liquid on an empty stomach.
What to avoid
- Antacids within 2 hours of the capsules.
- Tell your doctor if you have heart failure or liver problems.
- Pregnancy.
- Tell your pharmacist about all medicines you take.
Possible side effects
Nausea, stomach pain, headache, rash.
Get help if
Swelling of the legs, breathlessness, yellow skin or eyes, dark urine or numbness: see a doctor.
This is general information, not personal medical advice. Always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions and read the leaflet that comes with your medicine. Medicines and doses can differ between products and people.