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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Last Updated Jan 1, 2025 | 2:45 PM IST
Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's is used to treat a broad range of fungal infections. It contains 'Voriconazole' that kills or prevents fungus by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its normal fat metabolism, thereby interfering with the fungal cell membrane formation. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized. Common side effects of Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's are injection site reactions, peripheral oedema, headache, diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain, chest pain, nausea, fever, anxiety, insomnia, confusion, weakness, tingling sensation, sleepiness, dizziness, irregular heartbeats, low blood pressure, stomach upset, constipation, rashes, itchiness, red skin, back pain and chills.
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Composition :

VORICONAZOLE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Alkem Laboratories Ltd

Consume Type :

PARENTERAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's belongs to the class of medicines known as 'antifungals' used to treat a broad range of fungal infections. A fungal infection is caused when a fungus invades and affects any body part, including the mouth, throat, oesophagus, lungs, bladder, genital area and blood.

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's contains 'Voriconazole' that kills or prevents fungus by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its normal fat metabolism, thereby interfering with the fungal cell membrane formation. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects, such as injection site reactions, peripheral oedema, headache, diarrhoea, vomiting, abdominal pain, chest pain, nausea, fever, anxiety, insomnia, confusion, weakness, tingling sensation, sleepiness, dizziness, irregular heartbeats, low blood pressure, stomach upset, constipation, rashes, itchiness, red skin, back pain and chills. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Before taking Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's, let your doctor know about your medical condition, sensitivities, and medications. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery; thus, avoid driving or using machinery.

Uses of Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's

Treatment of Fungal infections

Medicinal Benefits

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's belongs to the class of medicines known as 'antifungal agents', used to treat a broad range of fungal infections, including aspergillosis (a disease caused by Aspergillus), candidiasis (fungal infection caused by yeast), coccidioidomycosis (an infection caused by the fungus Coccidioides), histoplasmosis (an infection caused by a fungus called Histoplasma), and penicilliosis (a disease caused by the fungus Talaromyces marneffei). It also effectively treats CNS fungal infections transmitted by epidural injection of contaminated steroids. On the other hand, it can prevent fungal infections in people undergoing bone marrow transplants. Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's works by killing or preventing fungi or yeast by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its normal fat metabolism, thereby interfering with the fungal cell membrane formation. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.

Side Effects of Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's

  • Injection site reactions
  • Peripheral oedema
  • Headache
  • Diarrhoea
  • Vomiting
  • Abdominal pain
  • Nausea
  • Rashes
  • Fever
  • Anxiety
  • Insomnia
  • Confusion
  • Weakness
  • Tingling sensation
  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Low blood pressure
  • Stomach upset
  • Constipation
  • Jaundice
  • Hair loss
  • Flaky skin
  • Itchiness
  • Red skin
  • Back pain
  • Chest pain
  • Chills

Directions for Use

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor about your medical conditions, sensitivities, and medications you are using. And also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Women of childbearing potential should always use effective contraception during treatment. Please inform your doctor if you are suffering from a heart problem like an irregular heartbeat, slow heart rate or abnormality in ECG (electrocardiogram), QT prolongation, or if you have hereditary intolerance for galactose, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption. Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery; thus, avoid driving or using machinery.

Therapeutic Class

ANTIFUNGALS

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
  • Do not scratch the affected skin, as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
  • Wash your bedsheets and towels regularly.
  • It is advisable to follow a candida diet during fungal infections. This diet excludes sugar, gluten, certain dairy products, and alcohol. Switch to low-sugar fruits, non-starchy vegetables and gluten-free foods. A very-high sugar or high-carbohydrate diet may increase the count of Candida in some people.

Habit Forming

No

How Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's Works

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's contains 'Voriconazole' that kills or prevents fungus by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its normal fat metabolism, thereby interfering with the fungal cell membrane formation. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.

What if I have taken an overdose of Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's

As Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's is a parenteral formulation administered by experienced medical staff, the chance of overdose may be less. However, if you think there has been an overdose or experiencing any adverse events, get medical care right away.
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Alcohol

Consult your doctor

It is not known if alcohol affects Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's is generally not recommended in pregnancy. Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefit to the mother outweighs the potential risk to the fetus.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

If you are breastfeeding, please inform your doctor. It is not known if Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's passes into breastmilk. Your doctor may advise you to stop breastfeeding before starting the treatment with Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's.

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Driving

Unsafe

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery; thus, avoid driving or using machinery.

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Liver

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have liver problems before receiving Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's.

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Kidney

Caution

Inform your doctor if you have kidney problems before receiving Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's.

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Children

Caution

Your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits outweigh the risks.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Alkem Laboratories Limited, Devashish Building, Alkem House, Senapati Bapat Road, Lower Parel, Mumbai - 400 013.
Other Info - VOR0162

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FAQs

Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's is used to treat Fungal infections.
Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's contains Voriconazole that kills or prevents fungus by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its normal fat metabolism, thereby interfering with the fungal cell membrane formation. As a result, fungal cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.
Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's can also prevent fungal infections in people undergoing bone marrow transplants.
Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's may not be suitable in patients with known hypersensitivity to any of the components present in Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's; or with a hereditary intolerance for galactose, Lapp lactase deficiency, or glucose-galactose malabsorption.
You can take Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's with contraceptive pills. However, some studies show a chance of an increase in the body's hormonal levels when you take Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's with a combined pill. Seek your doctor's advice if any side effects occur.
Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through direct skin-to-skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person, as it can also spread the infection.
Vorispore 200 mg Injection 1's can use women of childbearing potential; however, they must always use effective contraception during treatment.

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