Canditral SB Capsule
Manufacturer
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Salt Composition
Itraconazole (50mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Canditral SB Capsule is an antifungal medication used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
Dosage Form
Capsule
Introduction
Canditral SB Capsule should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with food. 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 the 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. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Canditral SB Capsule is to be taken with food.
Safety Information
Side Effects
No common side effects listed.
Alcohol Warning
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Canditral SB Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding Warning
Canditral SB Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Pregnancy Warning
Canditral SB Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Interacting Medicines
Alfuzosin Amisulpride Aripiprazole Carbamazepine
How it works
Canditral SB Capsule is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane. This treats your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Canditral SB Capsule helps treat fungal infections of the mouth, skin, vagina, or any other parts of the body. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Take it with food, preferably at the same time every day. Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Do not take indigestion remedies (antacids) within 2 hours of taking Canditral SB Capsule.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Canditral SB Capsule used for?
Canditral SB Capsule is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections may include ringworm, foot infection, or infection in the groin and buttocks. This medicine also treats persistent candidiasis (yeast) infections of the vagina, candida (yeast) infections of the mouth or throat in patients with lower disease resistance. It is also used in the treatment of cryptococcal infection and infections caused by Histoplasma, Aspergillus, and Blastomyces.
For how long do I need to take Canditral SB Capsule?
The dose and duration of treatment depend on the type and site of infection and your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Canditral SB Capsule for athlete's foot (fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes), the dose may need to be taken for 30 days, on the other hand, if you are taking it for candidal infection of the vagina, the dose may span from 1 day to 3 days depending on the dosage advised by the doctor.
I am taking Canditral SB Capsule for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should not stop taking Canditral SB Capsule without completing the entire course because doing so may not completely cure the fungal infection. It usually takes about 6-9 months for nail lesions to disappear because after the medicine eliminates the fungus, the new nail takes several months to grow. Do not worry if you do not see any improvement during the treatment.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor is probably trying to monitor your liver’s functioning. Canditral SB Capsule may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine, or abdominal pain while taking Canditral SB Capsule, you should tell your doctor immediately.
Can I take antacid and Canditral SB Capsule together?
Canditral SB Capsule can be utilized by the body if there is sufficient acid in the stomach. Medicines for stomach ulcers, heartburn, or indigestion neutralize the acid produced by the stomach. Therefore, take antacids or any such medicine about 2 hours after taking Canditral SB Capsule. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Canditral SB Capsule capsules with a drink of cola.
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Canditral SB Capsule?
Sometimes it happens that the fungi get modified in your body and the medicine no longer works. This is called drug resistance. Resistance to Canditral SB Capsule has been reported with some candida species (krusei, glabrata, and tropicalis). Canditral SB Capsule should not be used for infection caused due to these species. Take the complete course of Canditral SB Capsule to avoid drug resistance.
I have been on alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Canditral SB Capsule now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Canditral SB Capsule together, but keep a watch on the side effects of alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Canditral SB Capsule, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.
My doctor prescribed Canditral SB Capsule to me but not to my friend who had a similar fungal infection because she was on dofetilide. Why is it so?
Your doctor did not prescribe Canditral SB Capsule to your friend because Canditral SB Capsule interferes with the working of dofetilide. This interference can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart, which can be harmful to the patient.
