Canditral 200 MG Capsule

Belonging to the drug group azole antifungals, Canditral is useful for the treatment of fungal infections. It works by stopping the fungal growth in the body, thus relieving you from the infections caused by them.

Your doctor should be informed if you have any of the following health conditions, before prescribing this medication to you:

• Any heart disease, including heart failure or angina (kind of chest pain).
• A medical history of irregular heartbeats.
• Kidney disease, or if you are undergoing dialysis.
• Liver or lung disease.
• Pregnant or planning to conceive.
• Allergic reactions to medications, food and preservatives

• Blastomycosis

• Histoplasmosis

• Invasive Aspergillosis

• Esophageal Candidiasis

• Allergy

• Congestive Heart Failure (Chf)

• Nausea

• Diarrhoea

• Stomach Pain

• Increased Liver Enzymes

• How long is the duration of effect?

  The effect of this medicine lasts for an average duration of 16 to 28 hours.

• What is the onset of action?

  The peak effect of this medicine can be observed in 2 hours for an oral solution and 5 hours for a capsule.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Is it habit forming?

  No habit forming tendencies were reported.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medicine is not recommended for use during breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Consult your doctor about the potential benefits and risks before deciding to take this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Canditral 200 MG Capsule , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Syntran 200 MG Capsule

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Candiforce 200 MG Capsule

  Mankind Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Canditz 200 MG Capsule

  Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Itapro 200 MG Capsule

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

• Funzi It 200 MG Capsule

  Corona

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  The missed dose can be taken as soon as you remember. If it is time for the next dosage then the missed dose can be skipped.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Inform your doctor immediately if you are experiencing symptoms of overdose.

This drug is an antifungal. It works by inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol which is an important component of fungi cell membrane by inhibiting cytochrome P450-dependent 14α-demethylase enzyme, thus helps in inhibiting the growth of the organism.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication reacts with Alprazolam, Erythromycin, Warfarin, Atorvastatin.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  This medication reacts with Liver Disease, QT Prolongation.

• Ques : What is Canditral 200 MG Capsule?

  Ans : This medicine performs its action by obstructing the release of pain and fever chemical messengers. It is an antifungal medication that is used to avoid various fungi and bacterial infections.

• Ques : What are the uses of Canditral 200 MG Capsule?

  Ans : Canditral is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions and symptoms of diseases like Histoplasmosis, Invasive Aspergillosis , Blastomyces dermatitidis and esophageal Candidiasis.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Canditral 200 MG Capsule?

  Ans : Side effects include dry mouth, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain and others.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Canditral 200 MG Capsule?

  Ans : Canditral should be stored at room temperature, away from heat and direct light. Keep it away from the reach of children and pets.