Candistat Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Candistat Capsule Information

Candistat Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection. The alternative uses of Candistat Capsule have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Candistat Capsule. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Candistat Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Candistat Capsule are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Candistat Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. In addition, Candistat Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Candistat Capsule related warnings section.

Candistat Capsule is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Candistat Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.

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

You should also be aware that Candistat Capsule is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Candistat Capsule Benefits & Uses

Candistat Capsule is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Athlete's Foot
Jock itch

Other Benefits

Candistat Capsule 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	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then 200 mg/day for 3 months
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then 200 mg/day for 3 months

Candistat Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Candistat Capsule safe for pregnant women?

Candistat may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Candistat again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Candistat Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

Candistat may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Candistat Capsule on the Kidneys?

Candistat has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Candistat Capsule on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Candistat Capsule on the Heart?

Candistat is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Candistat Capsule with Other Drugs

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

Life Threatening

Phenoxybenzamine

Tamsulosin

Chlorpromazine

Quetiapine

Severe

Moderate

Abacavir,Lamivudine

Candistat Capsule Contraindications

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

Diabetes
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Liver Disease
Cystic Fibrosis

Frequently asked Questions about Candistat Capsule

Is this Candistat Capsule habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Candistat Capsule is addictive.

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

After taking Candistat Capsule you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Candistat Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Candistat Capsule in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Candistat Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Candistat Capsule

Taking Candistat Capsule with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Candistat Capsule

Taking Candistat Capsule with alcohol can have severely harmful effects on your health.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Candistat Capsule

Question about 5 years ago

Can Candistat and terbinafine be taken at the same time?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Candistat and terbinafine can be taken together because combination therapy provides a broad spectrum of coverage against fungal infections.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Candistat?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Candistat is a brand name of Itraconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medication called antifungals. It is available in different forms such as tablets, capsules, and creams. It is used to treat fungal infections.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Candistat cause hair loss?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Candistat can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Can Candistat capsules be opened and taken orally?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

No, Candistat capsule should not be opened, crushed, chewed, or broken. Capsules do not produce the desired effects and may produce adverse effects when opened or crushed. So it is better to swallow the whole capsule.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Candistat cause stomach problems?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

Yes, Candistat is known to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, pancreatitis, stomach pain, diarrhea, constipation, gastritis, and nausea. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing these symptoms after using this medication.