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Sancan is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Sancan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Sancan. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Sancan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Sancan 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.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Sancan is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Sancan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Sancan related warnings section.
Sancan 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 Sancan contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Sancan 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 Sancan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Sancan 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 Sancan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Sancan safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Sancan. If you are pregnant, do not take Sancan without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Sancan safe during breastfeeding?
Sancan is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Sancan on the Kidneys?
Sancan 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 Sancan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Sancan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Sancan on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Sancan on the heart have been reported.
Sancan 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 Sancan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Sancan habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Sancan has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Sancan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Sancan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Sancan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Sancan
Taking Sancan with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Sancan
Information about the interaction of Sancan and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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
