Nucan 150mg Tablet
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Manufactured By Medley Pharmaceuticals
Composition Fluconazole (150mg)
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Nucan 150mg Tablet.
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A: Nucan 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.Nucan 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 Nucan be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan also.
Q: Can Nucan be taken with azithromycin?
A: Yes, Nucan 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 Nucan cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Nucan. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Nucan.
Q: Is Nucan a steroid?
A: Nucan is not a steroid. Nucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Is Nucan an antibiotic?
A: Nucan is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q: Is Nucan safe?
A: Nucan is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Nucan fungistatic or fungicidal?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan over the counter (OTC)?
A: Nucan is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Nucan with ciprofloxacin?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan with metronidazole?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan with probiotics?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin and Nucan 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 Nucan with omeprazole?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan with citalopram?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan with cetirizine?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan with erythromycin?
A: Use of Nucan 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 Nucan and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q: Can I take Nucan with nitrofurantoin?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan work?
A: Nucan works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Nucan treat bacterial vaginosis?
A: Nucan does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Nucan 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 Nucan treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Nucan 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 Nucan make you tired?
A: Nucan can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Nucan as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Nucan can affect your liver.
Q: Does Nucan contain penicillin?
A: Nucan does not contain penicillin. Nucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Nucan have sulfa in it?
A: Nucan does not contain sulfur. Nucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Nucan treat chlamydia?
A: Nucan does not treat Chlamydia. Nucan is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q: Can I take Nucan for yeast infection?
A: Nucan 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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