Andulfa Information

Andulfa, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Candidal Infection. Other than this, Andulfa has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Andulfa. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Andulfa side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Andulfa normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Andulfa's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Andulfa has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Andulfa related warnings section.

The section on Andulfa contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Andulfa may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Andulfa, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Andulfa Benefits & Uses
Andulfa Dosage & How to Take
Andulfa Side Effects
Andulfa Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Andulfa with Other Drugs
Andulfa Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Andulfa
Andulfa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Andulfa Benefits & Uses

Andulfa is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fungal Infections ( Fungal Infections Treatment ) (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)

Andulfa Dosage & How to Take

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
Adult	Disease: Candidal Infection Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in esophageal candidiasis, first dose should be taken of 100 mg/day
Geriatric	Disease: Candidal Infection Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: used in esophageal candidiasis, first dose should be taken of 100 mg/day

Andulfa Related Warnings

Is the use of Andulfa safe for pregnant women?

Andulfa is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Andulfa safe during breastfeeding?

Andulfa should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Andulfa on the Kidneys?

Using Andulfa does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Andulfa on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Andulfa on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Andulfa on the Heart?

You can take Andulfa without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Andulfa with Other Drugs

Andulfa should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Saccharomyces boulardii

Mild

Cyclosporin

Andulfa Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Andulfa unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Andulfa

Is this Andulfa habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Andulfa has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Andulfa as it does not make you drowsy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Andulfa only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Andulfa for mental disorders.

No

Andulfa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Andulfa

You can take Andulfa with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Andulfa

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Andulfa with alcohol will be.

Unknown