Omcan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Shampoo. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Omcan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Omcan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Omcan as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Omcan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Omcan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Omcan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Omcan related warnings section.
Omcan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Omcan contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Omcan with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Omcan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Omcan 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 |
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Omcan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Omcan safe for pregnant women?
Omcan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Omcan without medical advice.
Is the use of Omcan safe during breastfeeding?
Omcan does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Omcan on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Omcan. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Omcan on the Liver?
Side effects of Omcan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Omcan on the Heart?
Omcan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Omcan 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 Omcan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Omcan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Omcan.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Omcan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Omcan only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Omcan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Omcan
It is safe to take Omcan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Omcan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Omcan with alcohol.
No, ideally Omcan is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
No, Omcan is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
Omcan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
Omcan can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.
Omcan inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.
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