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Canesten Powder 100gm is a prescription drug, available for use as Powder. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Thrush are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Canesten Powder 100gm have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Canesten Powder 100gm. 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.
Some other side effects of Canesten Powder 100gm have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of Canesten Powder 100gm are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
In addition, Canesten Powder 100gm's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Canesten Powder 100gm has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Canesten Powder 100gm related warnings section.
The section on Canesten Powder 100gm contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Canesten Powder 100gm have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Canesten Powder 100gm, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Canesten Powder 100gm 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 |
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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 Canesten Powder 100gm safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take Canesten without worrying about any side effects.
Is the use of Canesten Powder 100gm safe during breastfeeding?
Canesten is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Canesten Powder 100gm on the Kidneys?
Using Canesten does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Canesten Powder 100gm on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Canesten on the liver.
What is the effect of Canesten Powder 100gm on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Canesten for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Canesten Powder 100gm unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Canesten Powder 100gm habit forming or addictive?
Canesten Powder 100gm does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Canesten Powder 100gm since it will not make you feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Canesten Powder 100gm should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Canesten Powder 100gm is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Canesten Powder 100gm
Taking Canesten Powder 100gm with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Canesten Powder 100gm
Drinking alcohol while on Canesten Powder 100gm does not produce side effects. However, it is in your best interest to be careful.
No, ideally Canesten can't be used for hemorrhoid condition because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
Discontinuation of Canesten on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as itching, redness, and blistering. You are recommended to always consult a dermatologist before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Canesten is effectively used in the ringworm. Please consult a dermatologist before using this medicine.
No, ideally Canesten can't be used on the acne (pimples) because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a dermatologist for the better medication options.
No, Canesten does not make the skin thinner. No known case has been found regarding skin thinning with Canesten.
References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-177
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 763,792