Voritek 50mg Tablet

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

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

Last updated on 08 Nov 2024 | 01:03 AM (IST)

Voritek 50mg Tablet 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 (50mg)

Marketer

Cipla Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Voritek 50mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole. It should be taken one hour before or one hour after a meal. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. 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. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse.

The most common side effects of this medicine include rash, vomiting, nausea, and headache. 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, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), 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. This medicine may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

Uses of Voritek Tablet

Severe fungal infections

Benefits of Voritek Tablet

Severe fungal infections
Voritek 50mg Tablet 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 Voritek 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 Voritek

Abnormal liver function tests
Hallucination
Slow heart rate
Altered vision
Headache
Nausea
Rash
Vomiting
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Sinus inflammation
Peripheral edema

How to use Voritek 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. Voritek 50mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Voritek Tablet works

Voritek 50mg Tablet 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 Voritek 50mg Tablet

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

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Voritek 50mg 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.
It should be taken one hour before or one hour after a meal.
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 Voritek 50mg Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Voritek 50mg Tablet 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

Information regarding the use of Voritek 50mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Voritek 50mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Voritek 50mg Tablet may cause blurring of vision or uncomfortable sensitivity to light and this may impair your ability to drive.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Voritek 50mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Voritek 50mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

CAUTION

Voritek 50mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Voritek 50mg Tablet 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 Voritek 50mg Tablet? What is it used for?

Voritek 50mg Tablet 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. Voritek 50mg Tablet effectively relieves these infections in adults and children aged 2 years and above.

Is Voritek 50mg Tablet effective?

Voritek 50mg Tablet 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 Voritek 50mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

What if I forget to take a dose of Voritek 50mg Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Voritek 50mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

What should I know before taking Voritek 50mg Tablet?

Before taking Voritek 50mg Tablet, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Voritek 50mg Tablet 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 as Voritek 50mg Tablet contains sugar. 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 Voritek 50mg Tablet?

Driving or anything requiring concentration must be avoided while taking Voritek 50mg Tablet. This is because Voritek 50mg Tablet may cause changes in your vision such as blurring or sensitivity to light. Moreover, Voritek 50mg Tablet 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 Voritek 50mg Tablet be stored?

Voritek 50mg Tablet 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. Voritek 50mg Tablet must be stored in a tightly closed container. Any outdated (expired) medicine must be discarded. Voritek 50mg Tablet 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

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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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User feedback

What are you using Voritek Tablet for?

Serious fungal infections

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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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Marketer details

Name: Cipla Ltd
Address: Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013

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Country of origin: India
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