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Posaconazole is used to treat and prevent fungal infections.
Take posaconazole regularly with food as directed. Measure the liquid carefully with an oral syringe or measuring spoon. Shake the bottle well before measuring each dose. Keep taking it until the course is finished, even when you start to feel better.
Take the missed dose as soon as possible and continue as directed.
Some medicines available without a prescription may react with posaconazole including:
Tell your pharmacist or doctor about all medicines or treatments that you may be taking, including vitamins, herbal products or recreational drugs.
Side Effects | Recommended action |
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Symptoms of allergy including: skin rash, itching, swelling, trouble breathing Reduced number of blood cells that fight infections or help your blood to clot - symptoms include: fever, chills, sore throat or generally feeling unwell, or easy or unusual bruising or bleeding Symptoms of liver problems including: yellow skin or eyes, itching, dark urine, pale bowel motions, abdominal pain Fainting |
Tell your doctor immediately |
Headache Stomach upset |
Tell your doctor if troublesome |
If you notice any other effects, discuss them with your doctor or pharmacist.
This leaflet contains important, but not all, information about this medicine.
Prepared by the PILs Committee at Christchurch Hospital, Canterbury District Health Board, New Zealand. November 2021
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