Proper use of posaconazole depends on which formulation of the medication you are taking. Do not switch between taking posaconazole oral suspension and the posaconazole delayed-release tablets without talking to your doctor. The dosing between the suspension and the delayed-release tablets is different.
[Delayed-release tablets]
To prevent serious fungal infections, the recommended dose of posaconazole is 300 mg (3 tablets of 100 mg) twice daily on the first day, then 300 mg (3 tablets of 100 mg) taken once daily thereafter.
For certain fungal infections that have not responded to other medications or when other medications have caused side effects, the recommended dose of posaconazole is 300 mg (3 tablets of 100 mg) twice daily on the first day, then 300 mg (3 tablets of 100 mg) taken once daily thereafter. Posaconazole delayed-release tablets should be swallowed whole. They may be taken with or without food. Do not crush, chew, break or dissolve the tablets as this will destroy the time-release property of Posanol.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
Your doctor will determine how long the duration of your treatment will be. It is important to use Posanol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Finish all Posanol, even if you have started to feel better.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Store Posanol at room temperature, do not allow it to freeze, and keep it out of the reach of children.
[Oral suspension]
To prevent serious fungal infections, the recommended dose of posaconazole oral suspension is 200 mg (5 mL) taken 3 times daily.
For certain fungal infections that have not responded to other medications or when other medications have caused side effects, the recommended dose of posaconazole oral suspension is 400 mg (10 mL) taken twice daily.
For the treatment of thrush, the recommended dose of posaconazole oral suspension is 100 mg (2.5 mL) taken twice daily on the first day, then 100 mg (2.5 mL) taken once daily thereafter.
Posaconazole oral suspension should be given with a meal or nutritional supplement (if food is not tolerated) to help the medication get absorbed into the body. If you are not able to take meals or nutritional supplements your doctor may recommend that you take a dose of 200 mg (5 mL) 4 times daily.
When taking the oral suspension, use the measuring spoon that is provided to measure each dose, as it gives a more accurate measurement than household teaspoons.
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are taking the medication without consulting your doctor.
Your doctor will determine how long the duration of your treatment will be. It is important to use Posanol exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Finish all Posanol, even if you have started to feel better.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible and continue with your regular schedule. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
Shake the bottle well before each use. The suspension should be used within 4 weeks of opening the bottle. Safely discard any suspension that remains. Store Posanol at room temperature, do not allow it to freeze, and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
