Picasa-GR Tablet

Product Description

1. Technical Specifications

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2. Product Description

Picasa-GR Tablet contains Posaconazole, a broad-spectrum triazole antifungal medicine. The gastro-resistant (GR) formulation ensures better absorption and bioavailability by protecting the drug from stomach acid. It is mainly used for the prevention and treatment of invasive fungal infections in immunocompromised patients, such as those with hematological malignancies, stem cell transplant recipients, or patients on immunosuppressive therapy.

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3. Product Highlights

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4. Therapeutic Uses

• Prophylaxis of invasive fungal infections in high-risk patients (e.g., neutropenic patients after chemotherapy, hematopoietic stem cell transplant recipients)

• Treatment of invasive aspergillosis in patients intolerant or resistant to other antifungals

• Treatment of mucormycosis (as salvage therapy when Amphotericin B is not suitable)

• Management of oropharyngeal candidiasis (in refractory cases)

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5. Side Effects

Common: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fatigue, abdominal pain.

Serious:

• Liver toxicity (elevated liver enzymes, hepatitis, jaundice)

• QT prolongation and cardiac arrhythmias

• Hypokalemia (low potassium levels)

• Severe allergic reactions (rare)

• Drug interactions with immunosuppressants (cyclosporine, tacrolimus), statins, and other CYP3A4 substrates

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6. Precautions

• Should be used only under specialist supervision (especially in immunocompromised patients).

• Regular monitoring of liver function and electrolytes is required.

• Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to azole antifungals.

• Caution in patients with pre-existing liver disease or cardiac disorders (QT prolongation risk).

• Not recommended in pregnancy unless no alternative; breastfeeding should be avoided.

• Avoid concomitant use with strong CYP3A4 inducers (rifampicin, carbamazepine, phenytoin) which reduce drug efficacy.

Convenient Adult Medication

Picasa-GR Tablets are designed with adult patients in mind, catering to diverse general health needs. Their easy-to-administer tablet form ensures accurate dosing, enhancing patient compliance and convenience. Doctors frequently recommend this medicine as part of tailored treatment plans.


Storage and Distribution

Proper storage is essential for Picasa-GR Tablets to preserve their quality. They should be kept in a cool and dry environment. The product is widely available across India through trusted distributors, exporters, suppliers, traders, and wholesalers, making it accessible for medical professionals nationwide.