Cantras: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Cantras Information

Cantras is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Cantras has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Cantras. 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 Cantras have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Cantras go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Cantras has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Cantras's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Cantras since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Cantras are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Cantras with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Cantras is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Cantras Benefits & Uses
Cantras Dosage & How to Take
Cantras Side Effects
Cantras Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Cantras with Other Drugs
Cantras Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Cantras
Cantras Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Cantras Benefits & Uses

Cantras is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)

Cantras Dosage & How to Take

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)	Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for 6 months
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Cantras Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cantras is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Anaphylactic reaction
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Hepatitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Dry Mouth
Headache

Cantras Related Warnings

Is the use of Cantras safe for pregnant women?

Cantras can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Cantras safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Cantras.

Safe
What is the effect of Cantras on the Kidneys?

Cantras may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Cantras on the Liver?

Cantras is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Cantras on the Heart?

Cantras is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Cantras with Other Drugs

Cantras should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Cantras Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cantras unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Cantras

Is this Cantras habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Cantras.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Cantras, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Cantras can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Cantras only as per medical advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Cantras in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Cantras Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Cantras

Taking Cantras with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Cantras

Information about the interaction of Cantras and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Cantras

Question over 5 years ago

is Cantras steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Cantras is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.

Question over 5 years ago

Can i take Cantras with ibuprofen?

Dr. Manju Shekhawat MBBS , General Physician

No, ideally Cantras should not be taken with ibuprofen because it may increase unwanted gastrointestinal complications such as indigestion, stomach pain, and flatulence.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Cantras cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Cantras can cause irregular periods. However, if you're experiencing conditions such as leucorrhoea (whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge), menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding at menstruation) and dysmenorrhea (Painful periods) after taking this medication. Inform your doctor and see a gynaecologist.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Cantras safe for babies?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Cantras 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.