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Candituf 200 Capsule Benefits & Uses

Candituf 200 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

Candituf 200 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

Candituf 200 Capsule Related Warnings

Is the use of Candituf 200 Capsule safe for pregnant women?

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

Moderate
Is the use of Candituf 200 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Candituf 200 Capsule on the Kidneys?

Cantituf rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Candituf 200 Capsule on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Candituf 200 Capsule on the Heart?

Cantituf is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Candituf 200 Capsule with Other Drugs

Candituf 200 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

Candituf 200 Capsule Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Candituf 200 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 Candituf 200 Capsule

Is this Candituf 200 Capsule habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Candituf 200 Capsule has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Candituf 200 Capsule. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Candituf 200 Capsule only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Candituf 200 Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Candituf 200 Capsule Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Candituf 200 Capsule

You can take Candituf 200 Capsule with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Candituf 200 Capsule

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Candituf 200 Capsule as it can have severe side effects.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Candituf 200 Capsule

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cantituf nephrotoxic?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

No, usually Cantituf does not cause nephrotoxicity. However, patients suffering from kidney disorders should take precaution before taking this medicine and get there kidney function test's (KFT) done to ensure proper functioning of the kidney's.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cantituf a steroid?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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

Question about 6 years ago

How does Cantituf work?

Dr. Ayush Pandey MBBS, PG Diploma , General Physician

Itraconazole works by preventing the fungal infection to grow further. They inhibit cytochrome P450 enzyme 14- demethylase and block ergosterol synthesis. This action results in the destruction of cell membranes of the pathogen by limiting the growth of the fungus.

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Cantituf without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Kuldeep Meena MBBS, MD , Cardiology, Neurology, Pediatrics, Dermatology, Pulmonology, Nephrology, General Physician, Other, Infectious Disease, Emergency Medicine, Allergy and Immunology, Internal Medicine, Multispeciality

Cantituf is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to apply or take this drug orally without recommendation.

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Cantituf cause stomach problems?

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

Yes, Cantituf 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.