PICASA 40 MG ORAL SUSPENSION

Product Description

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat fungal infection. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. They should be swallowed whole and taken with food. 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 headache, diarrhea, feeling sick (nausea), and low potassium level. These are not usually serious, but you should call your doctor if you think you might have a severe allergic reaction and sign 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. The drugs may make you dizzy or have blurred vision so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

Uses of Picasa Oral Suspension

• Severe fungal infections

Benefits of Picasa Oral Suspension

In Severe fungal infections

Side effects of Picasa Oral Suspension

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 youre worried about them

Common side effects of Picasa

• Headache
• Rash
• Fatigue
• 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)
• 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
• Decreased appetite
• Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
• Dizziness
• Electrolyte imbalance
• Fever
• Nausea
• Diarrhea

How to use Picasa Oral Suspension

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension is to be taken with food.

How Picasa Oral Suspension works

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.

Safety advice

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension. Please consult your doctor.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension 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.

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

UNSAFE

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
As you may feel dizzy, sleepy, or have blurred vision while taking Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension, which may affect your ability to drive.

CAUTION

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of kidney function tests is advised while taking this medicine. Use of Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension is not recommended in patients with moderate to severe kidney disease.

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Picasa 40mg Oral Suspension may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.