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Candiforce Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Candiforce Capsule have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Candiforce Capsule 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, Candiforce Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Candiforce Capsule are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Candiforce Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Moderate and Severe while nursing. Warnings related to Candiforce Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Coronary Artery Disease (CAD), Heart Disease, Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Candiforce Capsule since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Candiforce Capsule contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Candiforce Capsule with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Candiforce Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Candiforce Capsule 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
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Is the use of Candiforce Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Candiforce Capsule may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Candiforce Capsule again without your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Candiforce Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Candiforce Capsule should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Candiforce Capsule on the Kidneys?
Candiforce Capsule may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Candiforce Capsule on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Candiforce Capsule on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Candiforce Capsule on the Heart?
Side effects of Candiforce Capsule rarely affect the heart.
Candiforce Capsule should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Life Threatening
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Candiforce Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Candiforce Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Candiforce Capsule.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Candiforce Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Candiforce Capsule only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Candiforce Capsule in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Candiforce Capsule
Taking Candiforce Capsule with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Candiforce Capsule
Consuming Candiforce Capsule with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.
No, Candiforce Capsule does not affect the sperm count in males, however, if you're experiencing any reproductive disorder after taking this medication, please inform your doctor.
Yes, Candiforce Capsule can sometimes affect the liver by increasing the secretion of liver enzymes which can damage the liver cells. Rare cases of serious hepatotoxicity (liver damage), including liver failure and death have been reported.
Candiforce Capsule can be taken orally and applied topically. Duration, of course, will vary according to the severity of the antifungal infection.
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.
Take Candiforce Capsule as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
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; Sporanox ® (itraconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 794-795