Rahika 200mg Tablet

About

Rahika 200mg Tablet is an oral antifungal agent belonging to the azole class, widely used for the treatment of various systemic and superficial fungal infections. Its primary mechanism of action involves inhibiting the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme 14-alpha-demethylase, which is crucial for the biosynthesis of ergosterol. Ergosterol is an essential component of the fungal cell membrane, maintaining its structural integrity and function. By disrupting ergosterol synthesis, Rahika leads to an accumulation of methylated sterols and a depletion of ergosterol, resulting in increased fungal cell membrane permeability, leakage of cellular contents, and ultimately, fungal cell death. This broad-spectrum activity makes it effective against a range of Candida species, Cryptococcus neoformans, and other susceptible fungi, providing a convenient and potent option for managing conditions like candidiasis and cryptococcal meningitis.

Uses

• Treatment of vaginal candidiasis
• Management of oropharyngeal candidiasis
• Treatment of esophageal candidiasis
• Treatment of cryptococcal meningitis

Directions For Use

Take orally, usually once daily, with or without food. Follow your doctor's dosage instructions.

Benefits

• Effective against a broad spectrum of fungal infections
• Convenient oral administration
• Good penetration into various body tissues
• Long half-life allowing once-daily dosing
• Helps prevent recurrence of candidiasis
• Provides rapid symptomatic relief

Side Effects

• Nausea
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Elevated liver enzymes
• Vomiting
• Dyspepsia
• Taste perversion
• QT prolongation (rare)
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome (rare)

Safety Measures

• Alcohol - Avoid alcohol as it can increase the risk of liver damage, a potential side effect of this medication.
• Pregnancy - Not recommended in pregnancy, especially high doses, due to potential teratogenic effects. Consult your doctor.
• Breastfeeding - Excreted in breast milk; caution advised, weigh benefits vs. risks with your doctor.
• Liver - Use with caution in patients with hepatic impairment; monitor liver function closely.
• Kidney - Dose adjustment is necessary in patients with moderate to severe renal impairment.
• Lung - No specific lung-related precautions, but monitor for hypersensitivity reactions which can affect respiratory function.

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