Sporanox
This medication is formulated to help manage severe fungal infections and intended to relieve symptoms associated with systemic candidiasis or aspergillosis.
- Category
- Antifungals
- Active ingredient
- Itraconazole
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Capsule, hard
- Strengths
- 100mg
Sporanox details
- Conditions
- Candidiasis · Histoplasmosis · Aspergillosis · Tinea · Pityriasis Versicolor · Dermatomycosis
- Therapeutic class
- Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Triazole
- Precautions and warnings
- monitor hepatic function; observe for signs of heart failure
- Minor side effects
- nausea; abdominal discomfort; headache
- Moderate side effects
- oedema; hypertension; rash
- Dosage forms
- Capsule, hard
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- Janssen-Cilag
- Onset Time
- 1–2 weeks
- Duration
- 2–6 months
- Storage instructions
- Store at room temperature below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Statins; Midazolam; Digoxin; Warfarin
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in elderly patients.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: avoid unless strictly necessary. Breastfeeding: not advised.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to triazoles; heart failure; ventricular dysfunction; concurrent use of certain cardiac medications
Serious side effects
congestive heart failure, requires immediate medical attention; hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
This medication is formulated to help manage severe fungal infections and intended to relieve symptoms associated with systemic candidiasis or aspergillosis.
Mechanism of action
Itraconazole is a potent inhibitor of fungal cytochrome P450-dependent enzymes. This inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol, which is essential for fungal cell membrane integrity, resulting in the inhibition of fungal cell growth.
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Sporanox
Sporanox is a standard antifungal treatment containing itraconazole, used for treating conditions such as candidiasis, histoplasmosis and aspergillosis. Developed by Janssen-Cilag, this medication is supplied as a 100mg tablet. It serves as an established option for patients requiring consistent support in managing their fungal health and recovery.
Buying Sporanox online
Sporanox is registered across 14 markets globally, including Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines, with further availability in Indonesia, Taiwan and South Korea. Many patients across the region order itraconazole online to secure consistent supplies that are often more affordable than buying branded stocks in a traditional store. This access helps expats and individuals far from city centres secure their required medication without difficulty.