Monocan 100mg Capsule- 10
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Manufactured By Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Composition Itraconazole (100mg)
Package Size ( 10 Capsule in a strip )
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Monocan 100mg Capsule.
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A: Monocan is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of skin, mouth, eyes, nails, vagina and other internal organs.
Q: Is Monocan an antibiotic?
A: Monocan is an anti-fungal antibiotic. It is useful in treating infections caused by fungi, but not by bacteria, viruses or parasites.
Q: Is Monocan safe?
A: Yes, Monocan is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Monocan a steroid?
A: No, Monocan is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of triazoles.
Q: Is Monocan stronger than fluconazole?
A: Monocan is effective against a much wider range of fungal infections as compared to fluconazole. However, both drugs are equally effective and safe if used for same infections.
Q: Can I take Monocan with paracetamol?
A: There are no known drug interactions between Monocan and paracetamol if taken together. However, interaction can occur. Consult your doctor about all medications that you are currently taking before starting Monocan.
Q: Can I take Monocan with amoxicillin or penicillin?
A: There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Monocan when taken with amoxicillin or penicillin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Monocan affect the action of oral contraceptives (birth control pills)?
A: There are no known interactions of Monocan with oral contraceptives (birth control pills). However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor if you are asked to take Monocan and you are already taking oral contraceptives.
Q: Does Monocan treat ringworm (dermatophytoses)?
A: Yes, Monocan is used to treat ringworm (known as dermatophytoses e.g. tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea manuum).
Q: Does Monocan cause an increase in blood pressure?
A: An increase in blood pressure has been seen with Monocan in some studies. However, this is not a very common side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you have a history of high blood pressure or you are experiencing high blood pressure after taking Monocan.
Q: Does Monocan cause erectile dysfunction?
A: Yes, Monocan can rarely cause erectile dysfunction (erection problems). Please consult your doctor if you experience this problem.
Q: Does Monocan cause weight gain?
A: Weight gain has not been reported as an adverse effect with Monocan. However, if you experience unexpected weight gain with Monocan, this could be an indication of an underlying heart problem. Consult your doctor immediately as Monocan can make your heart problem worse.
Q: Is Monocan a sulfa drug?
A: No, Monocan is not a sulfa drug. It is an azole derivative antifungal medicine.
Q: Does Monocan cause drowsiness (feeling sleepy)?
A: Drowsiness (feeling sleepy) has not been reported as a side effect of Monocan. However, in case you feel very sleepy while taking Monocan, you must consult your doctor. Dizziness (feeling of fainting) has been reported as a side effect with Monocan
Q: Does Monocan cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss (alopecia) is reported as a side effect of Monocan in the postmarketing studies. Please consult your doctor in case you experience hair loss while taking Monocan.
Q: Does Monocan kill candida?
A: Yes, Monocan has been shown to be active against candida and is indicated for the treatment of the infections caused by candida. It is indicated for the treatment of oropharyngeal candidasis.
Q: Does Monocan work for nail fungus (dermatophytoses)?
A: Yes, Monocan does work for the nail fungus known as dermatophytoses (tinea unguium). Consult your doctor before starting Monocan for any infection and you must take the medicine for as long as it is prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop the medicine until told by your doctor.
Q: Does Monocan have penicillin in it?
A: No, Monocan does not have penicillin in it.
Q: Does Monocan make you tired?
A: Monocan does not make you tired. In case you feel very tired while taking Monocan, please talk to your doctor immediately as it may be due to an underlying liver problem or a heart condition with fluids in your lungs.
Q: Can I take Monocan with aspirin?
A: There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Monocan when taken with aspirin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
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