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Forcan 150Mg Tablet

Manufacturer :  Cipla Ltd
Medicine Composition :  Fluconazole
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor not required

About Forcan 150Mg Tablet

This medication is a triazole antifungal that treats fungal infections like yeast infections in the mouth, throat, food pipe, lungs, vagina, etc. It also helps against meningitis which affects the membranes in the brain and spinal cord. The drug works by decreasing the production of ergosterol, which inhibits cell membrane formation in fungi.

The duration and dosage of use vary with the health condition of the patient and the response to the medicine. Use of this tablet must be done with caution in patients suffering from cancer, AIDS or liver damage. You should not take the medicine if you are allergic to the ingredients in the medicine.

    What are the uses of Forcan 150Mg Tablet

    What are the contraindications of Forcan 150Mg Tablet ?

    What are the side effects of Forcan 150Mg Tablet ?

    Key highlights of Forcan 150Mg Tablet

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The action of this drug lasts for up to 30 hours of administration.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The medication starts is action within a couple of hours after administration.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      It is not prescribed during pregnancy unless the use is undeniably necessary.

    • Is it habit forming?

      It does not have addictive tendencies.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Use of this drug during lactation is avoided unless the benefits are vast in comparison to risks.

    What are the substitutes for Forcan 150Mg Tablet ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Forcan 150Mg Tablet , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      Missed dose of this medicine may be taken later unless it is already time for the next dose.

    • Are there any overdose instructions?

      Overdose of this drug can worsen the side effects of using the medicine. You may need to seek medical help.

    How does this medication work?

    The drug decreases ergosterol production by disrupting the activity of cytochrome P450, inhibiting the formation of the cell membrane of susceptible fungi like Candida and Micosporum.

      What are the interactions of Forcan 150Mg Tablet ?

      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 Alcohol

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        The medication does not interact with alcohol.

      • Interaction with Lab Test

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        Information not available.
      • Interaction with Food

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        The medicine has no interaction with food.

      • Interaction with Disease

        Disease

        It is unsuitable for patients with QT prolongation and liver and kidney disorders.

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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      Written ByDrx Hina FirdousPhD (Pharmacology) Pursuing, M.Pharma (Pharmacology), B.Pharma - Certificate in Nutrition and Child CarePharmacology
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      Reviewed ByDr. Garima SharmaMBBS, Master in Healthcare Administration, Diploma in Occupational HealthGeneral Physician
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