Onecan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Onecan Information

Onecan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Powder. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Onecan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Onecan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Onecan as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Onecan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Onecan's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Onecan related warnings talks about Onecan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Onecan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Onecan contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Onecan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Onecan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Onecan Benefits & Uses
Onecan Dosage & How to Take
Onecan Side Effects
Onecan Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Onecan with Other Drugs
Onecan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Onecan
Onecan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Onecan Benefits & Uses

Onecan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)

Onecan Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for 6 months
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Onecan Related Warnings

Is the use of Onecan safe for pregnant women?

Onecan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Onecan without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Onecan safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Onecan.

Safe
What is the effect of Onecan on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Onecan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Onecan on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Onecan on the liver have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Onecan on the Heart?

Onecan has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Onecan with Other Drugs

Onecan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Onecan Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Onecan unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Onecan

Is this Onecan habit forming or addictive?

Onecan is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Onecan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Onecan can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Onecan only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Onecan is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Onecan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Onecan

Taking Onecan with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Onecan

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Onecan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Onecan

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Onecan?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Take Onecan as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Onecan treat jock itch?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Onecan is widely used in the treatment of jock itch (tinea cruris). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea cruris.

Question almost 6 years ago

What is Onecan?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Onecan is a brand name of fluconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of antifungal medications. It is used to treat fungal infections such as vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection of the vagina), oral thrush etc.

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Onecan with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, ideally Onecan should not be taken with ibuprofen because it may increase unwanted gastrointestinal complications such as indigestion, stomach pain, and flatulence.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Onecan work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Onecan inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.