Fungicon-150 Capsule: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fungicon Information

Fungicon is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Fungicon have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Fungicon 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.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Fungicon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Fungicon 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.

It is also important to note that Fungicon has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fungicon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fungicon related warnings section.

Fungicon is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Fungicon contraindications lists all such conditions.

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

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fungicon is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Fungicon Benefits & Uses

Fungicon is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection

Fungicon 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(Female)	Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for 6 months
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fungicon Related Warnings

Is the use of Fungicon safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Fungicon. If you are pregnant, do not take Fungicon without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fungicon safe during breastfeeding?

Fungicon does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Fungicon on the Kidneys?

Fungicon may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fungicon on the Liver?

Fungicon may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fungicon on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Fungicon on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fungicon with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Fungicon Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fungicon

Is this Fungicon habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Fungicon has not been reported.

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

After taking Fungicon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Fungicon can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fungicon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Fungicon cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fungicon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fungicon

Taking Fungicon with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fungicon

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Fungicon.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fungicon

Question almost 5 years ago

is Fungicon steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Fungicon is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Fungicon cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Fungicon can cause irregular periods. However, if you're experiencing conditions such as leucorrhoea (whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge), menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding at menstruation) and dysmenorrhea (Painful periods) after taking this medication. Inform your doctor and see a gynaecologist.

Question about 5 years ago

Is Fungicon safe to use?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Fungicon is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Fungicon safe for babies?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Fungicon safe for babies. It is used to treat several types of fungal diseases in infants. However, it is best to inform the doctor if your baby experiences any allergic symptoms after using this medication.