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

Nipcan Information

Nipcan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Nipcan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Nipcan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Nipcan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nipcan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Nipcan's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Nipcan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Nipcan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Nipcan contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Nipcan with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Nipcan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Nipcan Benefits & Uses

Nipcan 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)

Nipcan 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

Nipcan Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Nipcan is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Anaphylactic reaction
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Hepatitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Dry Mouth
Headache

Nipcan Related Warnings

Is the use of Nipcan safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Nipcan. If you are pregnant, do not take Nipcan without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Nipcan safe during breastfeeding?

Nipcan is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nipcan on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Nipcan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nipcan on the Liver?

Nipcan has very mild side effects on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nipcan on the Heart?

Nipcan may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nipcan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Nipcan Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nipcan

Is this Nipcan habit forming or addictive?

Nipcan is not addictive in nature.

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 Nipcan can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

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

No

Nipcan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nipcan

Taking Nipcan with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nipcan

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nipcan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nipcan

Question about 6 years ago

How does Nipcan work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Nipcan inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Nipcan good for treating ringworm?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, Nipcan 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Nipcan safe to use?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Nipcan is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Nipcan?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Does Nipcan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Nipcan can cause stomach upset especially when it is intravenously administered (route injectible). On the contrary, oral administration of Nipcan 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.