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Trucand Tablet DT is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Trucand Tablet DT also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Trucand Tablet DT 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Trucand Tablet DT can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Trucand Tablet DT are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Trucand Tablet DT has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Trucand Tablet DT related warnings talks about Trucand Tablet DT's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Trucand Tablet DT since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Trucand Tablet DT contraindications section.
Besides this, Trucand Tablet DT may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Trucand Tablet DT is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Trucand Tablet DT 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 Tablet DT is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Trucand Tablet DT 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 Tablet DT safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Trucand.
What is the effect of Trucand Tablet DT 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 Tablet DT on the Liver?
Side effects of Trucand rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Trucand Tablet DT on the Heart?
Trucand has very mild side effects on the heart.
Trucand Tablet DT 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 Tablet DT unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Trucand Tablet DT habit forming or addictive?
Trucand Tablet DT does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Trucand Tablet DT. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Trucand Tablet DT should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Trucand Tablet DT for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Trucand Tablet DT
You can take Trucand Tablet DT with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Trucand Tablet DT
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Trucand Tablet DT 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