Voricort 200mg Injection
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Product introduction
Voricort 200mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Voricort 200mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Voricort 200mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Uses of Voricort Injection
- Treatment of Severe fungal infections
Benefits of Voricort Injection
In Treatment of Severe fungal infections
Voricort 200mg Injection works by killing the fungi which can cause serious infections. It usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the fungi and yeast causing the infection are killed and do not become resistant.
Side effects of Voricort Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Voricort
- Rash
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Altered vision
- Slow heart rate
- Hallucination
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Decreased potassium level in blood
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Sinus inflammation
- Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
How to use Voricort Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Voricort Injection works
Voricort 200mg Injection is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Voricort 200mg Injection.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Voricort 200mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Voricort 200mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Voricort 200mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Voricort 200mg Injection may cause blurring of vision or uncomfortable sensitivity to light and this may impair your ability to drive.
Voricort 200mg Injection may cause blurring of vision or uncomfortable sensitivity to light and this may impair your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Voricort 200mg Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Voricort 200mg Injection is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Voricort 200mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voricort 200mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.
What if you forget to take Voricort Injection?
If you miss a dose of Voricort 200mg Injection, consult your doctor.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Voricort 200mg Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It is given as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
- 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 are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azoles {Triazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Voricort 200mg Injection? What is it used for?
Voricort 200mg Injection is a prescription medicine that belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungals. It is used to treat certain serious fungal infections in your blood and body such as aspergillosis, esophageal candidiasis, Scedosporium, Fusarium, and candidemia. Voricort 200mg Injection effectively relieves these infections in adults and children aged 2 years and above.
Is Voricort 200mg Injection effective?
Voricort 200mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Voricort 200mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
What should I know before taking Voricort 200mg Injection?
Before taking Voricort 200mg Injection, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Voricort 200mg Injection or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys and if you are suffering from diabetes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.
What should I avoid while taking Voricort 200mg Injection?
Driving or anything requiring concentration must be avoided while taking Voricort 200mg Injection. This is because Voricort 200mg Injection may cause changes in your vision such as blurring or sensitivity to light. Moreover, Voricort 200mg Injection may make you sensitive to sunlight and increases the chances of getting a sunburn. If you get a sunburn, please contact your doctor immediately.
How should Voricort 200mg Injection be stored?
Voricort 200mg Injection tablets or liquid form must be stored at a temperature of 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C). Do not refrigerate or freeze. The liquid or suspension form should be thrown away (discarded) after 14 days. Voricort 200mg Injection must be stored in a tightly closed container. Any outdated (expired) medicine must be discarded. Voricort 200mg Injection must be kept out of reach of children to avoid misuse.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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Marketer details
Name: Miracalus Pharma Pvt Ltd
Address: 213, Shivai Dongre Industrial Premises, Andheri - Kurla Road, Andheri(E), Mumbai - 400 072, Maharashtra, India.
Country of origin: India
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