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

Candigyl Benefits & Uses

Candigyl 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)

Candigyl 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

Candigyl Related Warnings

Is the use of Candigyl safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Candigyl safe during breastfeeding?

Candigyl is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Candigyl on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Candigyl. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Candigyl on the Liver?

Candigyl may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Candigyl on the Heart?

Side effects of Candigyl rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Candigyl with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Candigyl Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Candigyl

Is this Candigyl habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Candigyl is addictive.

No
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 Candigyl can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

There is no benefit of taking Candigyl for mental disorders.

No

Candigyl Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Candigyl

Taking Candigyl with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Candigyl

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Candigyl

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Candigyl with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Can Candigyl cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Candigyl can cause irregular periods. However, if you're experiencing conditions such as leucorrhoea (whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge), menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding at menstruation) and dysmenorrhea (Painful periods) after taking this medication. Inform your doctor and see a gynaecologist.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Candigyl?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Candigyl cause stomach upset?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Candigyl can cause stomach upset especially when it is intravenously administered (route injectible). On the contrary, oral administration of Candigyl has been reported to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Keep your doctor informed in case you are experiencing stomach disturbances while taking this drug.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Candigyl safe for babies?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Candigyl safe for babies. It is used to treat several types of fungal diseases in infants. However, it is best to inform the doctor if your baby experiences any allergic symptoms after using this medication.