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Forcan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet,Injection,Suspension,Capsule,Infusion. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Forcan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Forcan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Forcan have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Forcan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Forcan is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Forcan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Forcan related warnings section.
Forcan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Forcan contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Forcan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Forcan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Forcan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Forcan safe for pregnant women?
Forcan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Forcan safe during breastfeeding?
Forcan does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Forcan on the Kidneys?
Forcan can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Forcan on the Liver?
Side effects of Forcan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Forcan on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Forcan on the heart have been reported.
Forcan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Forcan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Forcan habit forming or addictive?
Forcan does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Forcan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Forcan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Forcan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Forcan
Taking Forcan with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Forcan
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Forcan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Forcan safe for babies. It is used to treat several types of fungal diseases in infants. However, it is best to inform the doctor if your baby experiences any allergic symptoms after using this medication.
No, Usually Forcan does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Forcan only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
Discontinuation of Forcan on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as a headache, dizziness, stomach upset, and diarrhea. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Take Forcan as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
Yes, Forcan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diflucan® (fluconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 793-794