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Candi Tablet, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Candi Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Candi Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Candi Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Candi Tablet are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Candi Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Candi Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Candi Tablet related warnings section.
Candi Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Candi Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Candi Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Candi Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Candi Tablet 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(Female) |
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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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Is the use of Candi Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Candi can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Candi Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Candi is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Candi Tablet on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Candi. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Candi Tablet on the Liver?
Candi is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Candi Tablet on the Heart?
Side effects of Candi rarely affect the heart.
Candi Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Candi Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Candi Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Candi Tablet does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Candi Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Candi Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Candi Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Candi Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Candi Tablet
You can take Candi Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Candi Tablet
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Candi Tablet with alcohol will be.
Occasionally, Candi causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.
No, ideally Candi is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
Yes, Candi 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.
Candi 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.
Yes, Candi is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea corporis.
This medicine data has been created by -
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