Verz 200 Injection

Written By Dr. Love Sharma, PhD (Pharmacology), PGDPRA

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 06 Nov 2024 | 01:03 AM (IST)

Verz 200 Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat a wide range of fungal infections. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

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General Information

Contains

Voriconazole (200mg)

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Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

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Product introduction

Verz 200 Injection is administered under the supervision of a doctor or a nurse. Do not self-administered the injection. To get the most benefit, get the injection at evenly spaced times and continue taking 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 rash, vomiting, nausea, headache, and anemia. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction. Signs of this include rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, feeling dizzy or faint, and nausea. 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 by testing your blood. The medicine may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

Uses of Verz Injection

Treatment of Severe fungal infections

Benefits of Verz Injection

Treatment of Severe fungal infections
Verz 200 Injection works by killing the fungi which can cause serious infections. It usually makes you feel better very quickly but you should continue taking it as prescribed even when you feel better to make sure that all the fungi and yeast causing the infection are killed and do not become resistant.

Side effects of Verz 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 Verz

Rash
Headache
Vomiting
Nausea
Altered vision
Slow heart rate
Hallucination
Abnormal liver function tests
Decreased potassium level in blood
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Sinus inflammation
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)

How to use Verz Injection

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

How Verz Injection works

Verz 200 Injection is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.

All substitutes for Verz 200 Injection

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Verz 200 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

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Verz 200 Injection.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Verz 200 Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Verz 200 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

Verz 200 Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Verz 200 Injection may cause blurring of vision or uncomfortable sensitivity to light and this may impair your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Verz 200 Injection is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Verz 200 Injection is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Verz 200 Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Verz 200 Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine.

Frequently asked questions

What is Verz 200 Injection? What is it used for?

Verz 200 Injection is a prescription medicine that belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungals. It is used to treat certain serious fungal infections in your blood and body such as aspergillosis, esophageal candidiasis, Scedosporium, Fusarium, and candidemia. Verz 200 Injection effectively relieves these infections in adults and children aged 2 years and above.

Is Verz 200 Injection effective?

Verz 200 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 Verz 200 Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What should I know before taking Verz 200 Injection?

Before taking Verz 200 Injection, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Verz 200 Injection or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have any problems with your heart, liver, or kidneys and if you are suffering from diabetes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

What should I avoid while taking Verz 200 Injection?

Driving or anything requiring concentration must be avoided while taking Verz 200 Injection. This is because Verz 200 Injection may cause changes in your vision such as blurring or sensitivity to light. Moreover, Verz 200 Injection may make you sensitive to sunlight and increases the chances of getting a sunburn. If you get a sunburn, please contact your doctor immediately.

How should Verz 200 Injection be stored?

Verz 200 Injection tablets or liquid form must be stored at a temperature of 59°F to 86°F (15°C to 30°C). Do not refrigerate or freeze. The liquid or suspension form should be thrown away (discarded) after 14 days. Verz 200 Injection must be stored in a tightly closed container. Any outdated (expired) medicine must be discarded. Verz 200 Injection must be kept out of reach of children to avoid misuse.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azoles {Triazoles}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

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. 1580-81.
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. 1498-99.
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Patient concerns

I have been experiencing fungal infections, I develop rings and rashes and they all itch like anything. I formed scars because of it. I have been taking Grisovin FP 250 mg however as long I take it I am relieved, even if I miss it for 1 day I start getting fungus back. On top of that Grisovin FP is difficult to find now, please suggest.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

You are having fungal infections severe, you need to change the medicine by skin specialistCan b prescribed under supervisionMeanwhile apply onabet cream twice a day

Medicine for fungal infections.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

There is hundred type of fungal infectionFrom which you sufferBetter visit clinic for proper examination

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Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Village Malpur, P.O.Bhud, Baddi, Dist. Solan, H.P.

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