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This medication is an antifungal, effective in treating infections in the mouth, vagina, throat, and other body parts, including toenails and fingernails
It works by inhibiting fungal growth and killing fungi by damaging their cell membranes
How Canditral 100mg Capsule 10s works
It is an antifungal preparation that kills fungi by destroying the cell membrane of fungus leading to effectively treat the skin infection.
How To Use Canditral 100mg Capsule 10s
- Take the dose and maintain the frequency following the advice of a healthcare professional
- The entire medicine can be consumed in one go without breaking, chewing or crushing it
- Take the drug after having a meal but take it with consistency
Special Precautions for Canditral 100mg Capsule 10s
- Do not take this medication if you are pregnant or may become pregnant unless advised by your doctor Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you have a history of heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney issues, or liver problems like jaundice
Benefits Of Canditral 100mg Capsule 10s
- Effective in the treatment of antifungal infections
- Kills fungi by breakdown the fungal cell membrane
Side Effects Of Canditral 100mg Capsule 10s
- Rash,
- Dizziness,
- Stomach pain,
- Nausea
What If I Missed A Dose Of Canditral 100mg Capsule 10s
Use medicine as you remember to take.
If next dose is near than Skip the missed Dose.
Do not double up for the missed Dose.
If you miss dose frequently than consult your Doctor
Health And Lifestyle
Keep the affected area clean and dry. Avoid scratching and touching it frequently to prevent the spread of infection and stay hydrated. Wear loose, breathable clothing for comfort.
Drug Interaction
- Alfuzosin, Amisulpride, Aripiprazole,Carbamazepine
Drug Food Interaction
- grapefruit juice, marijuana
Disease Explanation
A fungal infection is a condition in which fungi enter your body. These fungi can grow on your skin, nails, or other body parts, leading to symptoms like redness, itching, or swelling. Fungal infections are more prevalent in warm and moist areas of the body.
FAQ's on Canditral 100mg Capsule 10s
What is drug resistance? Is it possible to develop resistance to Canditral?
Sometimes it happens that the fungi gets modified in your body and the medicine no longer works. This is called drug resistance. Resistance to Canditral has been reported with some candida species (krusei, glabrata and tropicalis). Canditral should not be used for infection caused due to these species. Take the complete course of Canditral to avoid drug resistance.
What is Canditral used for?
Canditral is used to treat fungal infections caused by Trichophyton spp., Microsporum spp., and Epidermophyton floccosum. The infections caused could be ringworm infection, infection of feet, or infection in groin and buttocks. This medicine also treats persistent infection of fingernails and toenails, persistent candida (yeast) infections of vagina or candida (yeast) infections of the mouth or throat in patients with lower resistance to disease. It is also used in the treatment of cryptococcal infection and infections caused by histoplasma, aspergillus and blastomyces.
How long do fungal infections take to clear up?
The symptoms of fungal infections, such as itching or soreness, should get better within a few days of treatment. Red and scaly skin may take longer to get better. You may need treatment for 1 to 4 weeks.
Can a blood test detect a fungal infection?
Used to detect the presence of fungi in the blood. Blood tests are often used to diagnose more serious fungal infections. Test procedure: A health care professional will need a blood sample.
What is itraconazole 100mg used to treat?
Itraconazole is an antifungal medication that is used in adults to treat infections caused by fungus. This includes infections in any part of the body including the lungs, mouth or throat, toenails, or fingernails. Some brands of itraconazole are not for use in treating fungal infections of the fingernails or toenails.
What is the side effect of itraconazole?
See also Warning section. Nausea/vomiting, diarrhea, headache, stomach upset, or dizziness may occur. If any of these effects last or get worse, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Is Canditral an antibiotic?
No, Canditral 100mg Capsule does not treat bacterial infection. Thus, it is not an antibiotic. This medicine helps to treat fungal infection. Thus, it is an antifungal medicine.
Can I take antacid and Canditral together?
Canditral 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. If you are taking antacids (medicines that stop the production of stomach acid), take Canditral capsules with a drink of cola.
What is Canditral 100mg used for?
Canditral 100 Capsule is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat infections in different parts of the body caused by fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi. This provides relief from various symptoms caused by the infection and speed up the healing process.
I am taking Canditral for nail infection but there does not seem to be any improvement. Can I stop taking it?
No, you should not stop taking Canditral without completing the entire course because doing so may not completely cure the fungal infection. It usually takes about 6-9 months for nail lesion 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.
For how long do I need to take Canditral?
The dose and length of treatment depends on the type and site of infection and your response to the treatment. For example, if you are taking Canditral 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 vagina, the dose may span from 1 day to 3 days depending on the dosage advised by the doctor.
Why has my doctor asked me to get blood tests done?
Your doctor is probably trying to monitor your liver’s functioning. Canditral may cause serious liver damage. Therefore, if you develop loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, dark urine or abdominal pain while taking Canditral, you should tell your doctor immediately.
I have been on Alprazolam for quite some time. Is it okay if I start Canditral now?
Yes, you can take both Alprazolam and Canditral together, but keep a watch on the side effects of alprazolam such as lightheadedness or drowsiness. If side effects appear after taking Canditral, talk to your doctor who will modify the dose of alprazolam.
What should I do if I skip a dose of Canditral?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose to make up for the forgotten dose.
What happens if fungal infection is left untreated?
Those that penetrate into the body typically increase in severity over time and, if left untreated, may cause permanent damage and in some cases may eventually cause death. A few fungal infections may be easily passed on to other people, while others typically are not contagious.
My doctor prescribed Canditral 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 to your friend because Canditral interferes with the working of dofetilide. This interference can cause disturbed electrical activity of the heart, which can be harmful for the patient.
Written By
Ashwani Singh
Master in Pharmacy
Content Updated on
Wednesday, 5 June, 2024
