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Trucand is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Trucand have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Trucand. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Trucand side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Trucand normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Trucand has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Trucand's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Trucand can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Trucand in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Trucand contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Trucand have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Trucand is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Trucand 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 Trucand is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Trucand safe for pregnant women?
Trucand has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Trucand without medical advice.
Is the use of Trucand safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Trucand.
What is the effect of Trucand on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Trucand. 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 Trucand on the Liver?
Side effects of Trucand rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Trucand on the Heart?
Trucand has very mild side effects on the heart.
Trucand 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 Trucand unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Trucand habit forming or addictive?
Trucand does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Trucand. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Trucand should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Trucand for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Trucand
You can take Trucand with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Trucand
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Trucand with alcohol will be.
No, Usually Trucand does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Trucand only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
Trucand is a brand name of fluconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of antifungal medications. It is used to treat fungal infections such as vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection of the vagina), oral thrush etc.
Yes, Trucand is widely used in the treatment of jock itch (tinea cruris). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea cruris.
Rarely, Trucand 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.
No, Trucand is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.
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