Omcan Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Omcan Tablet Information

Omcan Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Omcan Tablet have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Omcan Tablet. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Omcan Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Omcan Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

It is also important to note that Omcan Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Omcan Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omcan Tablet related warnings section.

Omcan Tablet 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 Omcan Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Omcan Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Omcan Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Omcan Tablet Benefits & Uses

Omcan Tablet 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)

Omcan Tablet 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

Omcan Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Omcan Tablet 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

Omcan Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Omcan Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Omcan Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Omcan does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Omcan Tablet on the Kidneys?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Omcan Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Omcan rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Omcan Tablet on the Heart?

Omcan has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Omcan Tablet with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Omcan Tablet Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Omcan Tablet

Is this Omcan Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Omcan Tablet.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Omcan Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Omcan Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Omcan Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Omcan Tablet

It is safe to take Omcan Tablet with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Omcan Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Omcan Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Omcan Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

Does Omcan treat eczema?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, ideally Omcan is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.

Question over 5 years ago

is Omcan steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Omcan without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Omcan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Omcan?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 6 years ago

How does Omcan work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Omcan 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.