Zolcan 50mg Capsule- 1
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Composition Fluconazole (50mg)
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Zolcan 50mg Capsule.
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A: Zolcan 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.Zolcan 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 Zolcan be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan also.
Q: Can Zolcan be taken with azithromycin?
A: Yes, Zolcan 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 Zolcan cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Zolcan. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Zolcan.
Q: Is Zolcan a steroid?
A: Zolcan is not a steroid. Zolcan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Is Zolcan an antibiotic?
A: Zolcan is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q: Is Zolcan safe?
A: Zolcan is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Zolcan fungistatic or fungicidal?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan over the counter (OTC)?
A: Zolcan is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Zolcan with ciprofloxacin?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan with metronidazole?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan with probiotics?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin and Zolcan 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 Zolcan with omeprazole?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan with citalopram?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan with cetirizine?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan with erythromycin?
A: Use of Zolcan 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 Zolcan and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q: Can I take Zolcan with nitrofurantoin?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan work?
A: Zolcan works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Zolcan treat bacterial vaginosis?
A: Zolcan does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Zolcan 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 Zolcan treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Zolcan 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 Zolcan make you tired?
A: Zolcan can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Zolcan as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Zolcan can affect your liver.
Q: Does Zolcan contain penicillin?
A: Zolcan does not contain penicillin. Zolcan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Zolcan have sulfa in it?
A: Zolcan does not contain sulfur. Zolcan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Zolcan treat chlamydia?
A: Zolcan does not treat Chlamydia. Zolcan is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q: Can I take Zolcan for yeast infection?
A: Zolcan 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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