Voriconazole Oral suspension Health Article

Generic name(s):

Voriconazole Oral suspension

Brand name(s):

VFEND

What is this medicine?

VORICONAZOLE (vohr ih KON uh zohl) is an antifungal. It stops the growth of some fungus and yeast. This medicine is used to treat many kinds of fungal infections.

This medicine may be used for other purposes; ask your health care provider or pharmacist if you have questions.

What should I tell my health care provider before I take this medicine?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions:

• history of irregular heartbeat
• kidney disease
• liver disease
• an unusual or allergic reaction to voriconazole, other antifungal medicines, foods, dyes or preservatives
• pregnant or trying to get pregnant
• breast-feeding

How should I use this medicine?

Take this medicine by mouth. Follow the directions on the prescription label. Shake well before using. Use the oral dispenser that was supplied with this medicine to take your dose. Take this medicine on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or one hour after a meal. Do not take with food. Do not mix the dose with other drinks, flavorings, or medicines before taking. Take your medicine at regular intervals. Do not take your medicine more often than directed. Take all of your medicine as directed even if you think your are better. Do not skip doses or stop your medicine early.

Talk to your pediatrician regarding the use of this medicine in children. Special care may be needed.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once.
NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, take only that dose. Do not take double or extra doses.

What may interact with this medicine?

Do not take this medicine with any of the following medications:

• atorvastatin
• barbiturates like phenobarbital
• carbamazepine
• cisapride
• efavirenz
• ergotamine, dihydroergotamine
• pimozide
• quinidine
• ranolazine
• rifabutin
• rifampin, rifapentine
• ritonavir
• sirolimus
• red yeast rice

This medicine may also interact with the following medications:

• alcohol
• antiviral medicines for HIV or AIDS
• cyclosporine
• female hormones, like estrogens or progestins and birth control pills
• medicines for cholesterol like cerivastatin, lovastatin, simvastatin
• medicines for depression, anxiety, or psychotic disturbances
• medicines for diabetes
• medicines for erectile dysfunction
• medicines for heart disease like diltiazem, nicardipine
• medicines for sleep
• medicines that treat or prevent blood clots like warfarin
• methadone
• phenytoin
• omeprazole
• tacrolimus

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.