Jucan 150mg Tablet- 1
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Manufactured By Dr. Johns Laboratories Pvt Ltd
Composition Fluconazole (150mg)
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Jucan 150mg Tablet.
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A: Jucan is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush – infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.Jucan capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).
Q: Can Jucan be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
A: Jucan has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Jucan also.
Q: Can Jucan be taken with azithromycin?
A: Yes, Jucan can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.
Q: Can Jucan cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Jucan. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Jucan.
Q: Is Jucan a steroid?
A: Jucan is not a steroid. Jucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Is Jucan an antibiotic?
A: Jucan is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q: Is Jucan safe?
A: Jucan is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Jucan fungistatic or fungicidal?
A: Jucan is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Q: Is Jucan over the counter (OTC)?
A: Jucan is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Jucan with ciprofloxacin?
A: Jucan can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Jucan with metronidazole?
A: Jucan can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Jucan with probiotics?
A: Jucan can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Jucan with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin and Jucan both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Jucan with omeprazole?
A: Jucan can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Jucan with citalopram?
A: Jucan can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Jucan with cetirizine?
A: Jucan can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Jucan with erythromycin?
A: Use of Jucan and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Jucan and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q: Can I take Jucan with nitrofurantoin?
A: Jucan can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Jucan work?
A: Jucan works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Jucan treat bacterial vaginosis?
A: Jucan does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Jucan is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).
Q: Does Jucan treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Jucan is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
Q: Does Jucan make you tired?
A: Jucan can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Jucan as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Jucan can affect your liver.
Q: Does Jucan contain penicillin?
A: Jucan does not contain penicillin. Jucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Jucan have sulfa in it?
A: Jucan does not contain sulfur. Jucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Jucan treat chlamydia?
A: Jucan does not treat Chlamydia. Jucan is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q: Can I take Jucan for yeast infection?
A: Jucan is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.
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