Nipcan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Nipcan Information

Nipcan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Nipcan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The right dosage of Nipcan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Nipcan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Nipcan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Nipcan's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Nipcan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Nipcan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. The section on Nipcan contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug reaction of Nipcan with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

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

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

Nipcan Benefits & Uses

Nipcan 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

Nipcan 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

Nipcan Related Warnings

Is the use of Nipcan safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Nipcan safe during breastfeeding?

Nipcan does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Nipcan on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Nipcan. 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 Nipcan on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Nipcan on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Nipcan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Nipcan Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Nipcan

Is this Nipcan habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Nipcan is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Nipcan as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Nipcan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

There is no benefit of taking Nipcan for mental disorders.

No

Nipcan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Nipcan

Taking Nipcan with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Nipcan

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Nipcan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Nipcan

Question over 4 years ago

Can Nipcan cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Nipcan 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 over 4 years ago

Does Nipcan cause hair loss?

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

Yes, Nipcan can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Nipcan cause stomach upset?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Rarely, Nipcan can cause stomach upset especially when it is intravenously administered (route injectible). On the contrary, oral administration of Nipcan has been reported to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Keep your doctor informed in case you are experiencing stomach disturbances while taking this drug.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Nipcan antibacterial?

Dr. Rahul Poddar MBBS, DNB, MBBS, DNB , General Surgery

No, Nipcan is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Nipcan treat balanitis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Nipcan 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.