It is used to prevent and treat fungal infections in adults and children two years of age and older with a weakened ability to fight infection. It is also used to treat invasive aspergillosis (a serious fungal infection that begins in the lungs and spreads through the bloodstream to other organs) in adults and teenagers 13 years of age and older. Picasa 300mg Injection contains a medicine called posaconazole. It is a triazole antifungal agent and exerts its antifungal activity through the blockage of certain enzymes (P-450 dependent enzyme, sterol 14α-demethylase). This leads to inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane, and the accumulation of methylated sterol precursors. This results in the inhibition of fungal cell growth and cell death. Thus, it treats infections.

FAQs

How does Picasa 300mg Injection work?

Picasa 300mg Injection contains a medicine called posaconazole. It is a triazole antifungal agent and exerts its antifungal activity through the blockage of certain enzymes (P-450 dependent enzyme, sterol 14α-demethylase). This leads to inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol, a key component of the fungal cell membrane, and the accumulation of methylated sterol precursors. This results in inhibiting fungal cell growth and, ultimately, cell death. Thus, it treats infections.

Is it ideal to use Picasa 300mg Injection with anticoagulants?

Picasa 300mg Injection is not recommended for coadministration with anticoagulants, So if you are under anticoagulant therapy, inform your doctor before prescribing Picasa 300mg Injection.

In which conditions should I avoid using the Picasa 300mg Injection?

If you are allergic to posaconazole or similar antifungals such as fluconazole, itraconazole, ketoconazole, or voriconazole, you should not use it. When combined with certain medications, posaconazole can have unfavourable or dangerous side effects.

What are the Possible side effects with Picasa 300mg Injection?

Picasa 300mg Injection may cause side effects like injection site reactions, diarrhoea, nausea, fever, vomiting, headache and coughing, although not everybody gets them. Most of these side effects of Picasa 300mg Injection do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Is Picasa 300mg Injection causes nosebleeds?

In some cases, using Picasa 300mg Injection may lead to nosebleeds as a side effect. It does not require medical attention and gradually resolves over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.