ItzBio SB – 65 mg
Product Overview
- With the advent of multiple variants of fungus & constant development of microbial resistance against various antifungal medications, effective oral antifungal is the need of the hour.
- Recent studies with oral Itraconazole have shown an effective result against various dermatophytosis.
- So, we are introducing a novel formulation of SUBA (Superior bioavailable) itraconazole that utilizes a unique spray-drying/double drying technology producing microencapsulated form of nanoparticles of itraconazole dispersed in a polymer matrix instead of conventional crystalline form to enhance the solubility & bioavailability of the poorly soluble oral medication
RECOMMENDED FOR-
Chronic recalcitrant endemic & systemic dermatophytosis (yeast & moulds)
- Blastomycosis
- Aspergillosis
- Histoplasmosis
- Candidiasis
- Onychomycosis
Why choose SUBA Itraconazole?
Clinical studies with SUBA have also shown-
- Lesser patient variability than conventional itraconazole.
- 100% patients were above the therapeutic threshold.
- Itraconazole SB was safe & well-tolerated.
- Up to 90% bioavailable with improved overall absorption & consistent plasma levels.
- Therapeutic levels are achieved & maintained.
- Delivery of consistent blood levels of itraconazole for lower patient variability.
- As the drug is released in the small intestine so absorption of it is not reduced.
- It comes in dosage of 65 mg & 130 mg.
- This technology delivers nearly double the bioavailability of conventional 100 mg.
- Itraconazole capsules in a smaller 65 mg dose.
Conventional Vs SUBA Itraconazole
Conventional Itraconazole | SUBA Itraconazole |
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No advanced delivery technology | Novel SUper BioaAailable delivery technology |
Poor bioavailability | ~2x bioavailability |
Affected by food | Maintained uniform therapeutic levels in fed & fasted state |
Affected by co-administration of PPIs (antacids) | Absorption not affected by co-administration of PPIs |
Low pH required (stomach) for release & absorption of drug | Non-reliance on acidic pH of stomach due to SUBA technology |
PATIENT SELECTION & EXCLUSION CRITERIA
- Patients ≥ 18 years.
- Immunocompromised & non-immunocompromised patients.
- Should be non-pregnant and not breastfeeding (and not planning to become pregnant).
- Significant liver dysfunction.
- Documented intolerance, allergy or hypersensitivity to itraconazole.
- Known history or presence of congestive cardiac failure.
Benefits
- This medicine works by killing the fungus or yeast and preventing its growth.
- Itraconazole capsule is used to treat fungal infections, such as aspergillosis (fungal infection in the lungs), blastomycosis, or histoplasmosis.
Usage
Directions for Use
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As recommended by the physician
Dosage
- Wherever conventional 100 mg twice daily dose is given 65 mg would do
- SUBA 130 mg maybe given as single dose wherever conventional 200 mg is prescribed
Common adverse reactions may be –
- Nausea, rash, vomiting, headache, diarrhoea, fatigue, abdominal pain etc. can be seen which has an incidence of >1%.
- Hence patient’s reaction towards the medication must be observed as a precautionary measure.
Contraindications can be-
- Co-administration with certain drugs which can interact with itraconazole/patients having hypersensitivity towards itraconazole