Ocan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Drops. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Ocan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Ocan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Ocan as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ocan are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Ocan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Ocan related warnings talks about Ocan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Ocan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Ocan contraindications section.
Besides this, Ocan may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Ocan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Ocan 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 Ocan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Ocan. If you are pregnant, do not take Ocan without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Ocan safe during breastfeeding?
Ocan is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Ocan on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Ocan. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Ocan on the Liver?
Side effects of Ocan rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Ocan on the Heart?
Ocan has very mild side effects on the heart.
Ocan 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 Ocan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Ocan habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Ocan is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Ocan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Ocan only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Ocan is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Ocan
It is safe to take Ocan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Ocan
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Ocan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Ocan 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.
No, Ocan is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
Yes, Ocan 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.
No, ideally Ocan is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
Yes, Ocan 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.
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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
