Vorier 200 mg Tablet (Voriconazole)

Description

Vorier 200 MG Tablet is used to treat a variety of fungal infections of the lungs, mouth, and throat, etc. Take this medicine at least 1 hour before or after food. Do not take this medicine if you have a known allergy to it.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Vorier 200 MG Tablet
Vhope 200 MG Tablet
Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Vorifit 200 MG Tablet
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Voritrol 200 MG Tablet
Lupin Ltd.
Vorizol (Sun) 200 mg Tablet
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Vosicaz 200 MG Tablet
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Vorier 200 MG Tablet
Increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
Skin rash
Abdominal pain
Convulsions
Dizziness
Increased thirst
Yellow colored eyes or skin
Muscle pain
Irritability
Severe sunburn
Diarrhea
Headache

Uses of Vorier 200 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Invasive Aspergillosis
This medicine is used in the maintenance treatment of infections in the lungs or immune system caused by the Aspergillus strain of fungus.
Esophageal Candidiasis
This medicine is used in the treatment of infections in the throat caused by the Candida strain of fungus.
Candidemia
This medicine is used in the maintenance treatment of infections of the blood caused by the Candida strain of fungus.
Fungal Pneumonia
This medicine is used in the treatment of infections that affects the lungs caused by Histoplasma capsulatum and Candida strains of fungi.
Fusariosis
This medicine is used in the maintenance treatment of infections that affect immunocompromised patients caused by fusarium strain of fungus.

When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to voriconazole, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
QT Interval prolonging drugs
This medicine is not recommended for co-administration with medicines that are known to cause specific changes in heart rhythm.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings
Liver disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Visual disturbances
This medicine may cause visual disturbances like optic neuritis and papilledema. Close monitoring of visual function is necessary if treatment continues beyond 28 days. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience blurred vision or any visual disturbances.
QT prolongation
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of arrhythmias, heart diseases, and patients who are on medicines that prolong QT intervals such as psychiatric drugs and anti-arrhythmic drugs due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Monitoring pancreas function
This medicine may increase the risk of pancreatitis in patients who have undergone recent chemotherapy or hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Close monitoring of the functioning of the pancreas is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Skin reactions
This medicine may cause serious skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome or photosensitivity skin reaction. Close monitoring of skin reactions is necessary while receiving this medicine. Avoid exposure to sunlight by wearing protective clothing and using sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF).
Use in children
The safety and effectiveness of this medicine are not established in patients who are less than 2 years of age.

Dosage

Missed Dose
The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Alprazolam
Cisapride
Clopidogrel
Warfarin
Atorvastatin
Disease interactions
Liver Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Heart rhythm disorders
This medicine should be used with caution in patients having heart rhythm disorders. Close monitoring of the clinical condition, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition
Kidney Disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of kidney function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Food interactions
It is recommended to take this medicine at least 1 hour before or after food for better absorption.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Take this medicine on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before or after food. Do not take in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.