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Ocan Ear Drop is a prescription drug, available for use as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Ocan Ear Drop have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Ocan Ear Drop depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Ocan Ear Drop side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Ocan Ear Drop are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Ocan Ear Drop has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Ocan Ear Drop related warnings talks about Ocan Ear Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ocan Ear Drop can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ocan Ear Drop in conditions like Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Ocan Ear Drop are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Ocan Ear Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Ocan Ear Drop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Ocan Ear Drop 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 Ocan Ear Drop safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ocan. If you are pregnant, do not take Ocan without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ocan Ear Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Ocan.
What is the effect of Ocan Ear Drop on the Kidneys?
Ocan 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 Ocan Ear Drop on the Liver?
Ocan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Ocan Ear Drop on the Heart?
Ocan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ocan Ear Drop 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 Ocan Ear Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ocan Ear Drop habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ocan Ear Drop is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Ocan Ear Drop, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Ocan Ear Drop can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Ocan Ear Drop should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ocan Ear Drop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ocan Ear Drop
It is safe to take Ocan Ear Drop with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ocan Ear Drop
Information about the interaction of Ocan Ear Drop and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Yes, Ocan is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea corporis.
No, Ocan is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
Yes, Ocan 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.
No, ideally Ocan is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
Yes, Ocan 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