Odcan 150 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Odcan Benefits & Uses

Odcan 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)

Odcan 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

Odcan Side Effects

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

Odcan Related Warnings

Is the use of Odcan safe for pregnant women?

Odcan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Odcan without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Odcan safe during breastfeeding?

Odcan does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Odcan on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Odcan. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Odcan on the Liver?

Odcan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Odcan on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Odcan on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Odcan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Odcan Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Odcan

Is this Odcan habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Odcan is addictive.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Odcan can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Odcan only on doctor's advice.

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

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

No

Odcan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Odcan

Taking Odcan with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Odcan

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Odcan

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Odcan antibacterial?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Odcan is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Odcan cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Odcan 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 almost 6 years ago

Does Odcan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Odcan can cause stomach upset especially when it is intravenously administered (route injectible). On the contrary, oral administration of Odcan has been reported to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Keep your doctor informed in case you are experiencing stomach disturbances while taking this drug.

Question about 6 years ago

How to take Odcan?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 5 years ago

Does Odcan cause constipation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

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