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Introduction

Vfend is an antifungal medication used to treat serious invasive fungal infections in adults. Its active compound, voriconazole, belongs to the azole class of antifungals and works by inhibiting fungal cell membrane synthesis. In the United Kingdom, Vfenc is prescribed for conditions such as invasive aspergillosis, candidemia, and other life‑threatening mould infections. The drug is manufactured by Pfizer Global Supply and is available in oral tablets, oral suspension, and intravenous (IV) formulations. While the brand name Vfend is well recognised, the same active ingredient is also supplied as generic voriconazole, offering a more affordable option for patients and healthcare systems.

What is Vfend?

Vfend is a prescription‑only antifungal agent containing the active substance voriconazole. It was developed by Pfizer and received its first marketing authorisation in the early 200s after demonstrating superior efficacy to older azoles in invasive aspergillosis trials. The medication is classified as a triazole antifungal, a subgroup of azoles that target fungal cytochrome P450 enzymes.

• Brand name: Vfend (original product of Pfizer)
• Generic name: Voriconazole (identical active compound)
• Formulations: 200 mg oral tablets, 100 mg/5 mL oral suspension, 200 mg/100 mL IV solution

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How Vfend Works

Voriconazole interferes with the synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane. It selectively inhibits the fungal enzyme lanosterol 14α‑demethylase (a cytochrome P450 isozyme), preventing conversion of lanosterol to ergosterol. The resulting depletion of ergosterol compromises membrane integrity, leading to increased permeability and ultimately fungal cell death.

Key pharmacokinetic points:

• Absorption: Oral tablets exhibit high bioavailability (≈96 %). Food can delay absorption but does not reduce overall exposure.
• Distribution: Voriconazole distributes widely, achieving therapeutic concentrations in lung tissue, cerebrospinal fluid, and ocular fluids – important for invasive infections.
• Metabolism: Primarily hepatic via CYP2C19, CYP2C9, and CYP3A4. Genetic polymorphisms in CYP2C19 can markedly affect plasma levels.
• Elimination: Approximately 22 % excreted unchanged in urine; the remainder is metabolised to inactive metabolites. Half‑life averages 6 hours but varies with enzyme activity and age.

Because voriconazole reaches target sites rapidly, clinical improvement in invasive aspergillosis is often observed within the first 72 hours of therapy.

Conditions Treated with Vfend

• Invasive Aspergillosis – The primary indication, covering pulmonary, sinus, and disseminated disease. In the UK, invasive aspergillosis accounts for an estimated 3–4 % of intensive‑care admissions for fungal infection.
• Candida Endophthalmitis and Candidemia – Voriconazole is recommended when fluconazole resistance is documented or when rapid tissue penetration is required.
• Mucormycosis (Adjunctive Therapy) – Though not first‑line, voriconazole may be combined with amphotericin B in select cases.
• Other Rare Mould Infections – Including infections caused by Scedosporium spp. and Fusarium spp., where treatment options are limited.

The drug’s broad spectrum against moulds and yeasts, together with excellent tissue penetration, explains its role as a cornerstone therapy for severe systemic fungal diseases in the UK.

Who is Vfend For?

Vfend is indicated for adult patients who have confirmed or highly suspected invasive fungal infections caused by susceptible organisms. Typical candidates include:

• Immunocompromised individuals – patients undergoing chemotherapy, hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, solid organ transplantation, or those on long‑term corticosteroids.
• Intensive‑care patients – especially those with prolonged mechanical ventilation or central venous catheters, where invasive aspergillosis risk is heightened.
• Patients with documented fluconazole‑resistant candida – where oral or IV voriconazole offers an effective alternative.

Contra‑indications and cautionary use:

• Known hypersensitivity to voriconazole or any azole.
• Severe hepatic impairment (Child‑Pugh C) – dosage reduction is required, and close monitoring is advised.
• Concomitant use of strong CYP3A4 inducers (e.g., rifampicin) or inhibitors (e.g., ketoconazole) without dose adjustment may lead to sub‑therapeutic or toxic levels.

Healthcare providers evaluate renal function, liver enzymes, and electrocardiogram (QT interval) before initiating therapy to ensure safety.

Risks, Side Effects, and Interactions

Common

• Visual disturbances – altered colour perception, photophobia, blurred vision (usually transient).
• Skin rash – mild erythema or pruritus.
• Gastro‑intestinal upset – nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, or abdominal discomfort.
• Elevated liver enzymes – mild transaminase increases observed in routine monitoring.

Rare

• Photosensitivity – heightened skin reaction to sunlight, may progress to sunburn‑like lesions.
• Peripheral edema – swelling of extremities, often reversible after discontinuation.
• Taste disturbances – dysgeusia or metallic taste.

Serious

• Hepatotoxicity – severe transaminase elevation, cholestasis, or hepatic failure; requires immediate drug cessation and hepatology review.
• Cardiac toxicity – QT‑prolongation and rare cases of torsades de pointes, especially when combined with other QT‑prolonging agents.
• Severe cutaneous adverse reactions – Stevens‑Johnson syndrome or toxic epidermal necrolysis.
• Neurological toxicity – encephalopathy, seizures, or transient hallucinations, particularly at high plasma concentrations.

Drug–Drug Interactions

• CYP450 substrates – voriconazole increases plasma levels of warfarin, tacrolimus, sirolimus, and certain statins; dose adjustments and therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) are mandatory.
• CYP450 inhibitors – concurrent ketoconazole, erythromycin, or fluconazole can raise voriconazole concentrations, heightening toxicity risk.
• CYP450 inducers – rifampicin, carbamazepine, and phenytoin reduce voriconazole exposure, possibly leading to treatment failure.
• Antacids/PPIs – may lower oral absorption; separate dosing by at least 2 hours is advisable.

Patients should provide a complete medication list, including over‑the‑counter products and herbal supplements, to the prescribing clinician.

Practical Use: Dosing, Missed Dose, Overdose

• Standard adult dosing (oral) – 200 mg every 12 hours after a 6 mg/kg loading dose (maximum 400 mg) on the first day.
• IV dosing – 6 mg/kg every 12 hours for the first 24 hours, then 4 mg/kg every 12 hours. Adjustments are required for hepatic impairment (reduce to 50 % of the usual dose).
• Renal considerations – No routine dose change needed unless the patient is on dialysis; in that case, post‑dialysis dosing is recommended.

Missed dose – If a dose is forgotten within 6 hours, take it as soon as remembered. If more than 6 hours have passed, skip the missed dose and resume the regular schedule; do not double‑dose.

Overdose – Symptoms may include severe visual changes, nausea, vomiting, and hepatic dysfunction. Immediate medical evaluation is required. Supportive care and activated charcoal (if presentation is early) are the primary interventions; there is no specific antidote.

Practical precautions –

• Take tablets with a full glass of water; food can delay absorption but does not affect total exposure.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice, which inhibit CYP3A4 and can raise voriconazole levels.
• Limit alcohol consumption, as both alcohol and voriconazole are metabolised by hepatic enzymes, increasing hepatic stress.
• Regular laboratory monitoring (liver function tests, electrolytes, and trough plasma levels) is essential during the first two weeks and periodically thereafter.

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FAQ

• Is voriconazole available in both tablet and liquid forms?
  Yes, the medication is supplied as 200 mg film‑coated tablets and as a 100 mg/5 mL oral suspension. The liquid formulation is useful for patients who have difficulty swallowing tablets or require dose adjustments in paediatric settings (though paediatric use is off‑label in the UK).

• Can I store voriconazole tablets in the bathroom cabinet?
  Voriconazole tablets should be kept at controlled room temperature (15–30 °C) away from excess moisture and direct sunlight. A bathroom cabinet is prone to humidity, which may degrade the tablets; a cupboard or drawer in a dry area is preferable.

• Do I need to refrigerate the oral suspension?
  The oral suspension is stable at room temperature for up to 14 days after reconstitution. If refrigeration (2–8 °C) is available, it can be stored for up to 30 days, extending shelf‑life and preserving palatability.

• Will taking voriconazole affect routine blood tests?
  Voriconazole can cause mild, transient elevations in liver enzymes (ALT, AST). These changes are usually monitored during therapy, but routine full‑blood‑count tests are not directly altered by the drug.

• Are there any known differences between EU‑sourced and US‑sourced voriconazole?
  Both regions manufacture voriconazole under stringent GMP regulations, and the active ingredient is identical. Minor variances may exist in inactive excipients or tablet coating, which can affect tolerability in patients with specific allergies.

• Can grapefruit juice interact with voriconazole?
  Yes. Grapefruit juice inhibits3, metabolising voriconazole, potentially raising drug concentrations and increasing the risk of toxicity. Patients should avoid grapefruit products while on therapy.

• What is the recommended storage condition for the IV solution?
  The IV formulation must be stored in a cool, dry place, protected from light, and used within 24 hours after reconstitution. Once opened, any unused solution should be discarded; it is not suitable for prolonged storage.

• Is therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) required for all patients?
  TDM is strongly advised for most adults, especially those with hepatic impairment, those receiving interacting medications, or patients with known CYP2C19 polymorphisms. Monitoring ensures plasma concentrations stay within the therapeutic window (1–5 µg/mL).

• How does voriconazole cross the blood‑brain barrier?
  Voriconazole is moderately lipophilic and exhibits a cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) concentration of about 50 % of plasma levels, making it effective for central nervous system fungal infections such as cryptococcal meningitis caused by susceptible species.

• Can I travel internationally with voriconazole tablets?
  Yes, provided you carry a valid prescription or a copy of the prescribing information. The UK permits personal import of up to a 3‑month supply for personal use, but you should declare the medication at customs if asked and keep it in its original packaging.

Glossary

Azole antifungal

A class of drugs that inhibit fungal cytochrome P450 enzymes, preventing synthesis of ergosterol, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane.

Therapeutic window

The plasma concentration range in which a drug is effective without causing unacceptable side effects. For voriconazole, this is typically 1–5 µg/mL.

CYP2C19 polymorphism

Genetic variations in the CYP2C19 enzyme that can lead to rapid, normal, or poor metabolism of drugs like voriconazole, influencing dosing requirements.

QT interval

A measurement on an electrocardiogram representing the time for ventricular depolarisation and repolarisation; prolongation can predispose to arrhythmias.

⚠️ Disclaimer

The information provided about Vfend is for general knowledge only. It does not replace professional medical consultation. All treatment decisions should be made under the supervision of a qualified healthcare provider. We assume all readers are responsible adults capable of making informed decisions about their health. Our online pharmacy offers access to Vfend for individuals who may have limited availability through traditional pharmacies, prescription‑based insurance schemes, or who are seeking affordable generic alternatives. Always consult your doctor before starting, changing, or discontinuing any medication.