Vorier 200 Tablets

1. Medical Uses

Voriconazole 200 mg is a broad-spectrum antifungal medicine used in hospitals and clinical settings to treat serious fungal infections. It is commonly prescribed for:

• Invasive Aspergillosis

• Serious infections caused by Candida species (including fluconazole-resistant strains)

• Scedosporium and Fusarium infections

• Fungal infections in immunocompromised patients (e.g., post-transplant, chemotherapy)

It works by inhibiting fungal growth and preventing the spread of infection.

2. Dosage (General Medical Information Only)

Exact dose must be determined by a physician based on infection severity, age, weight, and kidney/liver function.

Typical adult dosing:

• 200 mg twice daily after loading doses (usually on Day 1)

• Dose may vary depending on the clinical condition

• Taken for several days to weeks depending on response

Dose adjustments are made based on therapeutic levels and patient tolerance.

3. Possible Side Effects

Common side effects include:

• Vision changes (blurred vision, brightness, color changes—usually temporary)

• Headache

• Nausea or vomiting

• Rash

• Fever

• Liver enzyme elevation

Less common but serious effects may occur and require immediate medical attention.

4. How to Use

• Take the tablet 1 hour before or 1 hour after meals for better absorption.

• Swallow whole with water; do not crush or chew.

• Take at the same times each day for consistent blood levels.

• Avoid driving if experiencing temporary vision changes.

• Regular monitoring of liver function and sometimes blood drug levels is required.

• Follow the full course as prescribed, even if symptoms improve early.