Side Effects:

Common Sleepiness.

Common Nausea, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Increased liver enzymes.

Expert advice for Fozil Tablet
Do not start or continue the loratadine tablets:

If you are allergic (hypersensitive) to loratadine or any of the other ingredients of loratadine tablet.
If you have severe liver impairment.
If you have rare hereditary problems of sugar intolerance.

Do not drive or operate machinery after taking loratadine if you feel drowsy. Do not take loratadine tablets at least 48 hours before doing skin tests.

Expert advice for Fuspin Tablet
Your doctor has prescribed Fuspin to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Fozil an anticholinergic/narcotic/antibiotic?
No, Fozil is antihistaminic drug which may have anticholinergic properties and it is not narcotic/ antibiotic

Q. Can I take Fozil for a cold/sinus infection/insect bites/hives/bee sting/allergic reaction, rash/congestion?
Yes, but patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use

Q. Can I take loratadine with Nyquil /Mucinex/ ibuprofen/ Singulair/ Benadryl/ amoxicillin/ diphenhydramine /Zoloft/ Zyrtec/ Dayquil?
Yes, but taking other antihistaminic medicines like diphenhydramine/Zyrtec/Benadryl /Day quil/ Zoloft / Mucinex may alter the effects of loratadine. Ibuprofen, Nyquil may alter levels of loratadine. You can take loratadine with amoxicillin. Always consult your doctor for the change of dose regimen or an alternative drug of choice that may strictly be required

Q. Does loratadine contain diphenhydramine or aspirin?
No, it does not contain diphenhydramine or aspirin.

Q. Is Fozil safe?
Fozil is safe at prescribed dose and duration for treatment of allergies as advised by your doctor

Q. Is Fozil the same as Zyrtec?
No, Fozil is different from Zyrtec as Zyrtec contains cetirizine. Both Fozil and Zyrtec belong to the same category of antihistamines. Patient should follow the advice of doctor regarding its use

Q. How long can I take Fozil for?
Patient can take Fozil for prescribed dose and duration for treatment of allergies as advised by your doctor

Q. Does Fozil get you high/raise blood pressure/cause dementia/drowsiness?
Fozil causing these side effects is very rare. However, always consult your doctor if you experience any of these side effects

Q. What is Fuspin used for?
Fuspin is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush – infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.Fuspin capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).

Q. Can Fuspin be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Fuspin has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Fuspin also.

Q. Can Fuspin be taken with azithromycin?
Yes, Fuspin can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.

Q. Can Fuspin cause hair loss?
Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Fuspin. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Fuspin.

Q. Is Fuspin a steroid?
Fuspin is not a steroid. Fuspin belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Is Fuspin an antibiotic?
Fuspin is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.

Q. Is Fuspin safe?
Fuspin is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Is Fuspin fungistatic or fungicidal?
Fuspin is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.

Q. Is Fuspin over the counter (OTC)?
Fuspin is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with ciprofloxacin?
Fuspin can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with metronidazole?
Fuspin can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with probiotics?
Fuspin can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with clarithromycin?
Clarithromycin and Fuspin both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with omeprazole?
Fuspin can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with citalopram?
Fuspin can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with cetirizine?
Fuspin can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with erythromycin?
Use of Fuspin and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Fuspin and erythromycin is not recommended at all.

Q. Can I take Fuspin with nitrofurantoin?
Fuspin can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Does Fuspin work?
Fuspin works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.

Q. Does Fuspin treat bacterial vaginosis?
Fuspin does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fuspin is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).

Q. Does Fuspin treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Fuspin is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.

Q. Does Fuspin make you tired?
Fuspin can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Fuspin as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Fuspin can affect your liver.

Q. Does Fuspin contain penicillin?
Fuspin does not contain penicillin. Fuspin belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Does Fuspin have sulfa in it?
Fuspin does not contain sulfur. Fuspin belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Does Fuspin treat chlamydia?
Fuspin does not treat Chlamydia. Fuspin is used for the treatment of fungal infections.

Q. Can I take Fuspin for yeast infection?
Fuspin is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.