Vorier Injection (Voriconazole 200mg)

Description

Vorier 200 MG Injection is used to treat a variety of serious life-threatening fungal infections of the lungs, mouth, and throat. It is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to it.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Vorier 200 MG Injection
Verz 200 MG Injection
Dr. Reddys Laboratories Ltd.
Vfend 200 MG Injection
Pfizer Ltd.
Voritek 200 MG Injection
Cipla Ltd.
Vorizef Lyophilised 200 MG Injection
Sun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
Vorzu 200 MG Injection
Ranbaxy Laboratories Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Vorier 200 MG Injection
Increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
Skin rash
Abdominal pain
Convulsions
Dizziness
Increased thirst
Yellow colored eyes or skin
Muscle pain
Irritability
Severe sunburn
Diarrhea
Headache
Pain at the injection site

Uses of Vorier 200 MG Injection

What is it prescribed for?
Invasive Aspergillosis
This medicine is used in the treatment of infections in the lungs or immune system caused by the Aspergillus strain of fungus.
Candidemia
This medicine is used in the treatment of infections of the blood caused by the Candida strain of fungus.
Scedosporiosis
This medicine is used in the treatment of infections caused by Scedosporium strain of fungus.
Fusariosis
This medicine is used in the treatment of infections caused by fusarium strain of fungus.

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When not to use?

Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to voriconazole, or any other inactive ingredients present along with the formulation.
QT Interval prolonging drugs
This medicine is not recommended for co-administration with medicines that are known to cause specific changes in heart rhythm.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before receiving this medicine.
General warnings
Liver disease
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function tests is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate dose adjustments or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Visual disturbances
This medicine may cause visual disturbances like optic neuritis and papilledema. Close monitoring of visual function is necessary if treatment continues beyond 28 days.
QT prolongation
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of arrhythmias, heart diseases, and patients who are on medicines that prolong QT intervals such as psychiatric drugs and anti-arrhythmic drugs due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient’s condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative should be considered based on the clinical condition.
Monitoring pancreas function
This medicine may increase the risk of pancreatitis in patients who have undergone recent chemotherapy or hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. Close monitoring of the functioning of the pancreas is necessary while receiving this medicine. Appropriate corrective measures, dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be required in some cases based on the clinical condition.
Skin reactions
This medicine may cause serious skin reactions like Stevens-Johnson syndrome or photosensitivity skin reaction. Close monitoring of skin reactions is necessary while receiving this medicine. Avoid exposure to sunlight by wearing protective clothing and using sunscreen with a high sun protection factor (SPF).
Use in children
The safety and effectiveness of this medicine are not established in patients who are less than 2 years of age.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Since this medicine is usually administered by a qualified healthcare professional in the clinical/hospital setting, the likelihood of a missed dose is very low.
Overdose
Since this medicine is administered in the hospital setting by a qualified healthcare professional, the likelihood of an overdose is very less. However, emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if an overdose is suspected.

Interactions

General Instructions
This medicine is usually administered in the clinical/hospital setting under the supervision of a qualified healthcare professional. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Inform the doctor if you have a known allergy to this medicine. Report all your current medicines as well as your medical conditions to the doctor before receiving this medicine.