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

Fungicon Information

Fungicon is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Fungicon have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Fungicon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fungicon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Fungicon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Fungicon has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fungicon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fungicon related warnings section.

Fungicon is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Fungicon contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Fungicon may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fungicon is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Fungicon Benefits & Uses

Fungicon 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)

Fungicon 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

Fungicon Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fungicon 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

Fungicon Related Warnings

Is the use of Fungicon safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fungicon. If you are pregnant, do not take Fungicon without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fungicon safe during breastfeeding?

Fungicon is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Fungicon on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Fungicon. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fungicon on the Liver?

Fungicon is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fungicon on the Heart?

Side effects of Fungicon rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fungicon with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Fungicon Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fungicon

Is this Fungicon habit forming or addictive?

Fungicon does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Fungicon is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

No, Fungicon is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Fungicon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fungicon

You can take Fungicon with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fungicon

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fungicon with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fungicon

Question over 5 years ago

Is Fungicon safe for babies?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fungicon 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How to take Fungicon?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Fungicon can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.

Question over 5 years ago

is Fungicon steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fungicon cause constipation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Fungicon causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Fungicon treat jock itch?

Dr. MBBS , Pediatrics, Dermatology, General Physician, Dietician, Infectious Disease, Sexual Medicine & Marital Therapy, Obstetrics & Gynaecology, AIDS/HIV Sexually Transmitted Infections

Yes, Fungicon 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.