Cancide 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Magbro Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Salt Composition
Fluconazole (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Cancide 150mg Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Cancide 150mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Cancide 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Cancide 150mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane thereby treating your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Cancide 150mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cancide 150mg Tablet used for?
Cancide 150mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It is prescribed for the treatment of various fungal infections, including cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), coccidioidomycosis (a disease affecting the lungs), and Candida infections found in the bloodstream, body organs (e.g., heart, lungs), or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat, and denture sore mouth), and genital thrush (infection of the vagina or penis). It can also be used to treat skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, and nail infection.
Can Cancide 150mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
There may be a minor interaction when taking Cancide 150mg Tablet with estradiol, a component of oral contraceptives. This can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given together. Before starting treatment with Cancide 150mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you are using birth control pills.
Can Cancide 150mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Hair loss is a rare side effect associated with Cancide 150mg Tablet. If you experience hair loss during treatment, consult your doctor immediately.
Is Cancide 150mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Cancide 150mg Tablet is effective when used in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Cancide 150mg Tablet too early, symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Cancide 150mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Cancide 150mg Tablet is primarily fungistatic (controls the growth of fungus), but it may also act as a fungicidal (kills fungus) medicine in some cases. This effect can depend on the specific fungal infection and its strain.
Does Cancide 150mg Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Cancide 150mg Tablet is not effective against bacteria causing bacterial vaginosis. It's used for treating fungal infections of the vagina caused by Candida.
Does Cancide 150mg Tablet make you feel tired?
Yes, Cancide 150mg Tablet can cause fatigue as a side effect. If excessive tiredness occurs during treatment, consult your doctor as this could be a sign of an underlying liver problem (Cancide 150mg Tablet can affect the liver).
Is Cancide 150mg Tablet over-the-counter (OTC)?
No, Cancide 150mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) medication. It's prescribed by a doctor.
Is Cancide 150mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Cancide 150mg Tablet is not safe for use during pregnancy. Studies suggest that its use may harm the developing fetus. Therefore, it can only be prescribed by your doctor to pregnant women if the benefits outweigh potential risks.
I feel better now, can I stop taking Cancide 150mg Tablet?
No, you must not abruptly discontinue Cancide 150mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. This abrupt discontinuation could worsen your condition and allow the fungus to continue growing.
