Antican O: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Antican O Information

Antican O is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Antican O have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Antican O depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Antican O can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Antican O normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Antican O's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Antican O has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Antican O related warnings section.

Antican O can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Antican O in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Antican O contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Antican O with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Antican O Benefits & Uses

Antican O 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)

Antican O 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

Antican O Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Antican O is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Anaphylactic reaction
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Hepatitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Dry Mouth
Headache

Antican O Related Warnings

Is the use of Antican O safe for pregnant women?

Antican O should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Antican O safe during breastfeeding?

Antican O is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Antican O on the Kidneys?

Antican O may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Antican O on the Liver?

Side effects of Antican O rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Antican O on the Heart?

Antican O may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Antican O with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Antican O Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Antican O

Is this Antican O habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Antican O has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Antican O. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Antican O should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Antican O for mental disorders.

No

Antican O Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Antican O

Taking Antican O with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Antican O

Information about the interaction of Antican O and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Antican O

Question over 5 years ago

Does Antican O treat balanitis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Antican O can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Antican O nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Usually Antican O does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Antican O only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I discontinue Antican O on my own or without doctors advice?

Dr. Anand Singh MBBS , General Physician

Discontinuation of Antican O on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as a headache, dizziness, stomach upset, and diarrhea. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.

Question over 5 years ago

is Antican O steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Antican O is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Antican O safe to use?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Antican O is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.