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Atcan Information

Atcan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Atcan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The correct dosage of Atcan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Atcan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atcan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Atcan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Atcan related warnings talks about Atcan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

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

Drug interactions for Atcan have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atcan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Atcan Benefits & Uses

Atcan is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Atcan 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

Atcan Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Atcan safe for pregnant women?


    Atcan 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 Atcan safe during breastfeeding?


    Atcan is safe for breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Atcan on the Kidneys?


    Atcan can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Atcan on the Liver?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Atcan on the Heart?


    Side effects of Atcan rarely affect the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Atcan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Atcan Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Atcan

  • Is this Atcan habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Atcan has not been reported.

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


    No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Atcan as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


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

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


    Atcan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Atcan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Atcan


    You can take Atcan with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Atcan


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Atcan with alcohol.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Atcan

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Atcan work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Atcan 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.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Atcan treat balanitis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Atcan 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 almost 6 years ago

How to take Atcan?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Atcan can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Atcan nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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

Question over 5 years ago

is Atcan steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diflucan® (fluconazole)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 793-794

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