Candid 50 mg (Tablet)
Unit Price: ৳ 8.00 (30's pack: ৳ 240.00)
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Fluconazole |
| Company | Amico laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Vaginal Candidiasis
- Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
- Oesophageal Candidiasis
- Tinea corporis/Tinea cruris/Tinea pedis/Other Tinea
- Kerion
- Pityriasis versicolor
- Onychomycosis
- Invasive candidal infections
- Cryptococcal infections
- Prevention of cryptococcal meningitis
- Prevention of fungal infections in immunocompromised patients
- Systemic Candidiasis
- Superficial Candidiasis
- Fungal urinary tract infections
- Disseminated candidiasis
- Prophylaxis for fungal infection
Pharmacology
- Triazole antifungal agent
- Inhibitor of fungal cytochrome P-450 dependent enzymes
- Synthesis of ergosterol inhibitor
Dosage & Administration
- Single dose for Vaginal Candidiasis
- Daily dose for Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
- Weekly dose for Tinea infections
- Lengthy treatment for Onychomycosis
- Dosage adjustment for Renal Impairment
- Weight-based dosing for Children
- Dosage intervals for specific populations
Interaction
- Interaction with warfarin
- Interaction with sulphonyl ureas
- Interaction with hydrochlorothiazide
- Interaction with phenytoin
- Interaction with rifampicin
- Interaction with oral contraceptives
- Interaction with cyclosporin
- Absorption interactions
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to Fluconazole or related compounds
Side Effects
- Gastrointestinal symptoms
- Rare rash occurrences
- Anaphylaxis potential
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Adverse fetal effects in animals
- Not recommended during pregnancy or lactation without contraception
Precautions & Warnings
- Abnormalities in hepatic, renal, and biochemical tests
- Hepatic necrosis potential
- Cutaneous reactions risks
- Importance of monitoring rashes
- Use during lactation not recommended
- No impairment in driving or machinery use expected
Use in Special Populations
- Elderly population usage
- Dosage adjustments in Renal Impairment
- Dosing considerations for haemodialysis patients
Overdose Effects
- Supportive and symptomatic treatment
- Gastric lavage
- Forced volume diuresis
- Haemodialysis potential
Therapeutic Class
- Drugs for subcutaneous and mycoses
Storage Conditions
- Dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children