- Overview
- Uses
- Benefits
- Side Effect
- How to use
- How It works
- What if you forget to take?
- Safety Advice
- FAQ
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Last Updated On: Mar 19, 2024
Forcan 150mg
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Product Overview
Composition: Fluconazole (150mg)
FORCAN 150MG TABLET contains Fluconazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-fungal agent. Forcan 150 Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane thereby stopping the growth of fungi.
Before taking FORCAN 150MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, abnormal levels of potassium, calcium, or magnesium in your blood, are prone to develop severe skin reactions and have a history of adrenal insufficiency. Forcan 150 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.
Uses
Treatment of Fungal infections
Side Effect
Common side effects:
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
How to 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. Forcan 150 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How It works
Forcan 150 Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
What if you forget to take?
If you miss a dose of Forcan 150 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Safety Advice for Forcan 150mg
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Forcan 150 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Forcan 150 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding
Forcan 150 Tablet is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
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