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Cancidas, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. The alternative uses of Cancidas have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cancidas 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.
While these are the most often observed Cancidas side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cancidas are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Cancidas's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Moderate while nursing. Further, the section on Cancidas related warnings talks about Cancidas's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Cancidas contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Cancidas have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cancidas, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cancidas is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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| Neonates (0 to 1 month) |
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Is the use of Cancidas safe for pregnant women?
Cancidas may have some side effects during pregnancy. Pregnant women should discontinue the use of Cancidas, and talk to their doctor, if they notice any discomfort.
Is the use of Cancidas safe during breastfeeding?
Cancidas can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of Cancidas on the Kidneys?
Cancidas is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Cancidas on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Cancidas on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Cancidas on the Heart?
You can take Cancidas without any fear of damage to the heart.
Cancidas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cancidas unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cancidas habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Cancidas.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cancidas can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cancidas is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cancidas cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cancidas
It is safe to take Cancidas with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cancidas
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Cancidas.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 289-290
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 790
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cancidas® (caspofungin acetate)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Caspofungin Myx™ (caspofungin acetate)
