Sporanox Oral

In Depth

Generic Name: ITRACONAZOLE - ORAL
Pronounced: (eye-truh-CON-uh-zole)

Sporanox Oral Warning

Itraconazole must not be used with cisapride, quinidine, pimozide, dofetilide, or levacetylmethadol because very serious (possibly fatal) heart rhythm problems may occur. If you are currently using any of these medications, tell your doctor or pharmacist before starting itraconazole.

This drug should not be used to treat fungal nail infections if you have a certain heart disease (ventricular dysfunction such as current or history of congestive heart failure-CHF). Itraconazole may infrequently cause or worsen congestive heart failure. Seek immediate medical attention if you develop symptoms of congestive heart failure, such as swelling of the ankles/feet, sudden unexplained weight gain, trouble breathing, or extreme tiredness. Consult your doctor for more details.

Sporanox Oral Side Effects

See also Warning section.

Nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, gas, headache, dizziness, or stomach upset may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
trouble breathing
unusual tiredness
swelling ankles/feet
burning/painful/frequent urination
decreased sexual interest/ability
hair loss
muscle cramps/pain
weakness
fast/irregular heartbeat
mental/mood changes (e.g., depression)
enlarged breasts in men
ringing in the ears
temporary or permanent hearing loss

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these rare but very serious side effects occur:

numbness/tingling of the hands/feet

Itraconazole has rarely caused very serious (possibly fatal) liver disease. If you notice any of the following highly unlikely but very serious side effects, stop taking itraconazole and tell your doctor immediately:

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