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Gocan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Gocan have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Gocan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gocan as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Gocan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Gocan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Gocan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Gocan related warnings section.
Gocan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Gocan in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Gocan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Gocan have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Gocan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Gocan 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Gocan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Gocan safe for pregnant women?
Gocan 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 Gocan safe during breastfeeding?
Gocan does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Gocan on the Kidneys?
Gocan can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Gocan on the Liver?
Gocan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Gocan on the Heart?
Gocan is rarely harmful for the heart.
Gocan 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 Gocan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Gocan habit forming or addictive?
Gocan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Gocan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Gocan can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Gocan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Gocan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Gocan
Taking Gocan with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Gocan
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Gocan with alcohol will be.
Yes, Gocan is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea corporis.
Gocan is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
No, Gocan is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.
Yes, Gocan 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.
Rarely, Gocan 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
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
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
