Icon Information
Icon is a prescription medicine. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Icon have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Icon. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Icon can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Icon are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Icon is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Icon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Icon can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Icon in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Icon have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug reaction of Icon with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Icon is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Icon Benefits & Uses
Icon 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 (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
- Vaginal Yeast Infection
- Thrush
- Vulvitis
- Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)
Icon 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 |
Icon Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Icon is used -
Severe
- Angioedema
- Anaphylactic reaction
- Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Moderate
- Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
- Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
- Hepatitis
Mild
Icon Related Warnings
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Is the use of Icon safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Icon. If you are pregnant, do not take Icon without a doctor's advice.
Severe -
Is the use of Icon safe during breastfeeding?
Icon is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
Safe -
What is the effect of Icon on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Icon. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Moderate -
What is the effect of Icon on the Liver?
Icon has very mild side effects on the liver.
Mild -
What is the effect of Icon on the Heart?
Icon has very mild side effects on the heart.
Mild
Severe Interaction of Icon with Other Drugs
Icon should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Icon Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Icon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Heart Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Liver Disease
Frequently asked Questions about Icon
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Is this Icon habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Icon is addictive.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Icon, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Icon can make you drowsy.
Dangerous -
Is it safe?
Icon 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, Icon is not used to treat mental disorders.
No
Icon Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Icon
Taking Icon with food does not harm your health.
Safe -
Interaction between Alcohol and Icon
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Icon and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Unknown
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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
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
