Posahit 300mg Injection

Posaconazole (300mg)

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Posahit 300mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat fungal infections. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 05 Nov 2024 | 01:05 AM (IST)

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Contains

Posaconazole (300mg)

Marketer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

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Product introduction

Do not self-administer this medicine. Your doctor or nurse will teach you the correct way of injecting it. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment.

The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, nausea, fever, vomiting, headache, coughing, and hypokalemia. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction and signs of liver problems such as yellowing of eyes, dark urine, and stomach problems. Get emergency help if this happens.

Do not take it if you are pregnant or could become pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Talk to your doctor before taking it if you have ever had heart failure, kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may want to check your liver, and potassium level by testing your blood. This medicine may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

Uses of Posahit Injection

Severe fungal infections

Benefits of Posahit Injection

Severe fungal infections
Posahit 300mg Injection is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. It helps treat severe infections in severely immunocompromised patients, cancer patients, and those undergoing blood transfusion. It is given as an injection by your doctor or healthcare provider and should not be self-administered.

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 Posahit Injection

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 Posahit

Increased calcium level in blood
Urinary tract infection
Headache
Rash
Decreased appetite
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Dizziness
Electrolyte imbalance
Fatigue
Fever
Decreased potassium level in blood
Increased liver enzymes
Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
Itching
Sleepiness
Taste change
Weakness
Decreased magnesium level in blood
Paresthesia (tingling or pricking sensation)
High blood pressure
Anorectal discomfort
Increased glucose level in blood
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Hypotension (low blood pressure)
Nausea
Diarrhea
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Low blood platelets
Petechiae (red or purple spot caused by bleeding into the skin)
Vomiting
Cough
Abdominal pain
Constipation
Indigestion
Nosebleeds
Rigors
Swelling of legs
Breathlessness

How to use Posahit Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How Posahit Injection works

Posahit 300mg Injection is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your infection.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Posahit 300mg Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
It is given as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional.
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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Posahit 300mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Posahit 300mg Injection 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

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Posahit 300mg Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Posahit 300mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As you may feel dizzy, sleepy, or have blurred vision while taking Posahit 300mg Injection, which may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Posahit 300mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Posahit 300mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine. Use of Posahit 300mg Injection is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Posahit 300mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Posahit 300mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

What is Posahit 300mg Injection and what is it used for?

Posahit 300mg Injection belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungal medicines. It is used to treat serious infections caused by various types of fungi such as Aspergillus and Candida, in patients who are at high risk of developing these infections. Posahit 300mg Injection is majorly prescribed to severely immunocompromised patients in cases of cancer or those undergoing blood transfusion or chemotherapy.

How is Posahit 300mg Injection administered?

Posahit 300mg Injection is administered under the supervision of a trained healthcare professional or a doctor and should not be self administered. The dose will depend on the condition you are being treated for and will be decided by your doctor. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit from Posahit 300mg Injection.

Is Posahit 300mg Injection effective?

Posahit 300mg Injection is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Posahit 300mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What are the side effects of Posahit 300mg Injection?

Some of the common side effects of Posahit 300mg Injection are cough, headache, nausea, and vomiting. However, these are usually not bothersome and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if any of thes side effects worry you or persist for a longer duration.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azoles {Triazoles}

Habit Forming

Action Class

Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

References

Bennett JE. Antifungal Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1581-82.
Sheppard D, Lampiris HW. Antifungal Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 841.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 1135-36.
Posaconazole. White House Station, New Jersey: Merck & Co.; 2015. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
Posaconazole. Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire: Merck Sharp & Dohme Limited; 2005 [revised 6 Jul. 2018]. [Accessed 29 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:

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Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135

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Country of origin: India

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Posahit 300mg Injection

General Information

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Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Posahit Injection

Benefits of Posahit Injection

Side effects of Posahit Injection

How to use Posahit Injection

How Posahit Injection works

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What is Posahit 300mg Injection and what is it used for?

How is Posahit 300mg Injection administered?

Is Posahit 300mg Injection effective?

What are the side effects of Posahit 300mg Injection?

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Habit Forming

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References

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