Question 1

had cbc done. mpv came back high 11.6. should i be concerned? also on sporanox (itraconazole) could the itraconzale cause the high mpv? thanks

Accepted Answer

Not at all: MPV is meaningless if there's isn't already obvious disease involving the platelets. The reference range is set so that a few percent fall outside on either end. And some folks just have big or small ones.

Question 2

please help docs! is itraconazole good for the hair?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: If you've got a fungus / seborrhea causing scalp problems, it can be very helpful. Your physician is your best guide here.

Question 3

why didn't the onychomycosis after 1 cycle of sporanox (itraconazole) didn't go away?

Accepted Answer

Not a fungus?: Your onychomycosis should have been verified with fungal culture which should include a pas stain to avoid false negative culture results. Sporonox is typically taken over 3 months but does not have a 100% cure rate. Other oral antifungals include lamisil (terbinafine). Other conditions can cause a thick nail and you should be positive that it truly is a fungal infection.

Question 4

how does itracon itraconazole tablets works?

Accepted Answer

Itraconazole : It is an antifungal. It inhibits ergosterol synthesis.

Question 5

is alcohol ok with itraconazole?

Accepted Answer

Probably: This antifungal compound contains an azole grouping, not dissimilar to that of Metronidazole or cefazolin.  There have not been reports, however, of alcohol intolerance.

Question 6

can u take itraconazole with alcohol?

Accepted Answer

Shouldn't: Alcohol increases liver metabolism. Some medications are metabolized and less effective.

Question 7

im on a 15 day course of itraconazole, can i drink?

Accepted Answer

Alcohol, I assume?: Antifungal agents like itraconazole have strong potential for liver damage. Even though no interactions between itraconazole & ethanol (alcohol) are listed, i'd advise against drinking while on this drug, for it has many other interactions, such as grapefruit juice & dozens of medications. Better to be safe.

Question 8

is itraconazole an oral anti-fungal?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Yes, it is.

Question 9

fluconazole vs. itraconazole effects?

Accepted Answer

About the same.: Difference is: you need to take 2~3 pills of itracon vs. 1 pill of flucon daily.

Question 10

fluconazole vs. itraconazole. which is better?

Accepted Answer

About the same.: Difference is: you need to take 2~3 pills of itracon vs. 1 pill of flucon daily.

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Had cbc done. mpv came back high 11.6. should i be concerned? also on sporanox (itraconazole) could the itraconzale cause the high mpv? thanks

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Please help docs! is itraconazole good for the hair?

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Why didn't the onychomycosis after 1 cycle of sporanox (itraconazole) didn't go away?

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How does itracon itraconazole tablets works?

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Is alcohol ok with itraconazole?

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Can u take itraconazole with alcohol?

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Im on a 15 day course of itraconazole, can i drink?

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Is itraconazole an oral anti-fungal?

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Fluconazole vs. itraconazole effects?

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Fluconazole vs. itraconazole. which is better?

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