Atcan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Atcan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Atcan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Atcan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Atcan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Atcan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Atcan related warnings talks about Atcan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Atcan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Atcan in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Atcan contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Atcan have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Atcan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Atcan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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(Female) |
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| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Atcan safe for pregnant women?
Atcan should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Atcan safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Atcan.
What is the effect of Atcan on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Atcan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Atcan on the Liver?
Atcan is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Atcan on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Atcan on the heart have been reported.
Atcan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Atcan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Atcan habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Atcan.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Atcan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Atcan is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Atcan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Atcan
It is safe to take Atcan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Atcan
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Atcan with alcohol will be.
Atcan inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.
Yes, Atcan can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.
Atcan can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.
No, Usually Atcan does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Atcan only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
No, Atcan is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diflucan® (fluconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 793-794
