Picasa GR 100mg Tablet containing Posaconazole is an antifungal medication formulated as a gastro-resistant tablet. Posaconazole is a triazole antifungal agent used to prevent and treat certain serious fungal infections, especially in immunocompromised patients, such as those undergoing chemotherapy or with hematologic malignancies. 

Brand Name: Picasa GR

Composition: Posaconazole

Mechanism of Action:

Posaconazole works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes. This disruption in membrane synthesis results in the death of the fungal cells, making Posaconazole effective against a broad range of fungal pathogens.

Uses:

• Prophylaxis of Fungal Infections
• Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
• Treatment of Invasive Aspergillosis, Fusariosis, and other severe fungal infections

Dosage and Administration:

The dosage depends on the condition being treated and the patient’s response to the medication. Typically taken with food to enhance absorption.

Side Effects:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Fever
• Dizziness
• Liver dysfunction
• Severe allergic reactions.

Safety Advise:

Liver  

Regular liver function tests are recommended due to the risk of hepatotoxicity. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Kidney  

Regular kidney function tests are recommended due to the risk of kidney damage. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Heart  

Caution in patients with cardiac conditions, particularly those with a history of QT prolongation. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Pregnancy  

Using Picasa-GR Tablet when pregnant may be dangerous. Kindly speak with your healthcare provider.

Breast Feeding  

As Picasa-GR Tablet may enter the breast milk and injure the unborn child, it is most likely dangerous to use while nursing.

Storage:

Store at room temperature, away from direct light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

How to use this Medication?

As prescribed, take this medication orally at the same time every day. Unless your doctor instructs you otherwise, swallow the tablets whole, with or without meals, and keep taking them.

Consult your physician about the usage of this medication in younger patients. Precautions are necessary even though it may be recommended for some conditions in children as young as two years old.

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