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Itraconazole for fungas, i see liver and heart side effects, i am 40 in good shape i think:) should i be worried at all to take it?

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Worries: Medication in combination can cause qt prolongation. Lead to life threatening arrhythmia. Needs to be taken carefully and not to exceed standard dosage. As to liver doctor should perform liver blood work first month and every couple of months during course of treatment.

Answered 1/4/2013

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A member asked:

Itraconazole for fungas, i see liver and heart side effects, i am 40 in good shape i think:) should i be worried at all to take it?

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