Elketo 200mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Elketo 200mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Elketo 200mg Tablet is used in treating various fungus infections
Elketo 200mg Tablet is used in treating various fungus infections
Uses of Elketo Tablet
Benefits of Elketo Tablet
In Fungal infections
Elketo 200mg Tablet is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body.
The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Elketo Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Elketo
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Abdominal pain
- Increased liver enzymes
- Application site redness
- Itching
- Diarrhea
- Abnormal liver function tests
- Adrenal insufficiency
- Application site burning
How to use Elketo Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Elketo 200mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Elketo 200mg Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Elketo 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Elketo 200mg Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Elketo 200mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Elketo 200mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Elketo 200mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
CAUTION
Elketo 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Elketo 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is recommended while you are taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you develop any signs and symptoms of jaundice while taking this medicine.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Elketo 200mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Take it with food, preferably at the same time every day.
- Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within two hours of taking Elketo 200mg Tablet.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Inform your doctor if you experience an allergic reaction like skin rash, swelling of face and shortness of breath.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL OTOLOGICALS
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
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Name: Elder Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: “Elder House” Plot No. C-9, Dalia Industrial Estate, Off Veera Desai Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai – 400053.
Country of origin: India
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