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Onecan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Powder. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Onecan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Onecan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Onecan as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Onecan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Onecan's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Onecan related warnings talks about Onecan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Onecan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Onecan contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Onecan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Onecan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Onecan 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 Onecan safe for pregnant women?
Onecan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Onecan without medical advice.
Is the use of Onecan safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Onecan.
What is the effect of Onecan on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Onecan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Onecan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Onecan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Onecan on the Heart?
Onecan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Onecan 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 Onecan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Onecan habit forming or addictive?
Onecan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Onecan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Onecan can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Onecan only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Onecan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Onecan
Taking Onecan with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Onecan
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Onecan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Take Onecan as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
Yes, Onecan is widely used in the treatment of jock itch (tinea cruris). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea cruris.
Onecan is a brand name of fluconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of antifungal medications. It is used to treat fungal infections such as vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection of the vagina), oral thrush etc.
No, ideally Onecan should not be taken with ibuprofen because it may increase unwanted gastrointestinal complications such as indigestion, stomach pain, and flatulence.
Onecan 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.
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