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

Nucan Information

Nucan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Nucan have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Nucan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Nucan as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nucan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Nucan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Nucan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Nucan related warnings section.

Nucan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Nucan in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Nucan contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Nucan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

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

Nucan Benefits & Uses

Nucan 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)

Nucan 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

Nucan Side Effects

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

Nucan Related Warnings

Is the use of Nucan safe for pregnant women?

Nucan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Nucan safe during breastfeeding?

Nucan is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nucan on the Kidneys?

Nucan may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Nucan on the Liver?

Side effects of Nucan rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Nucan on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Nucan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nucan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Nucan Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nucan

Is this Nucan habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Nucan.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Nucan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

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

No

Nucan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nucan

Taking Nucan with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nucan

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nucan

Question over 5 years ago

Does Nucan treat balanitis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Nucan can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.

Question about 6 years ago

How does Nucan work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Nucan 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

Does Nucan cause hair loss?

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

Yes, Nucan 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 over 5 years ago

is Nucan steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Nucan safe to use?

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

Yes, Nucan 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.