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

Vulcan Information

Vulcan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Vulcan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Vulcan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Vulcan can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Vulcan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Vulcan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Vulcan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Vulcan related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Vulcan since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Vulcan contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Vulcan have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Vulcan is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Vulcan Benefits & Uses

Vulcan 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

Vulcan 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
Adult(Female)	Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for 6 months
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Vulcan Related Warnings

Is the use of Vulcan safe for pregnant women?

Vulcan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Vulcan safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Vulcan.

Safe
What is the effect of Vulcan on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Vulcan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Vulcan on the Liver?

Vulcan is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Vulcan on the Heart?

Side effects of Vulcan rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Vulcan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Vulcan Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Vulcan

Is this Vulcan habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Vulcan has not been reported.

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

After taking Vulcan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Vulcan 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?

No, the use of Vulcan in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Vulcan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Vulcan

Taking Vulcan with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Vulcan

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Vulcan with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Vulcan

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Vulcan?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Vulcan can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Vulcan work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Vulcan inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Vulcan?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Vulcan 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.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Vulcan nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Usually Vulcan does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Vulcan only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Vulcan treat jock itch?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Vulcan 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.