Candifem V Benefits & Uses

Candifem V is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Amebiasis

Other Benefits

Candifem V 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: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply in appropriate quantity on affected area Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 7 days Special Instructions: dose should be used at bedtime
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: Apply thin film on affected area. Dosage Form: Cream Dosage Route: Topical Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: 2 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Candifem V Related Warnings

Is the use of Candifem V safe for pregnant women?

Candifem V may cause moderate side effects during pregnancy. If you feel its harmful effects, then stop taking this drug immediately, and do not take Candifem V again without your doctor's advice.

Moderate
Is the use of Candifem V safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Candifem V. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.

Safe
What is the effect of Candifem V on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Candifem V on kidney have been reported.

Safe
What is the effect of Candifem V on the Liver?

Side effects of Candifem V rarely affect the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Candifem V on the Heart?

Candifem V is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Candifem V with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Atazanavir

Ketoconazole

Moderate

Mild

Cimetidine

Candifem V Contraindications

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

Abdominal Pain
Diabetes
Liver Disease
High Cholesterol
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Peripheral Neuropathy
Sexually transmitted diseases

Frequently asked Questions about Candifem V

Is this Candifem V habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Candifem V.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Candifem V. So it is best to avoid driving.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Candifem V 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, Candifem V cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Candifem V Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Candifem V

Taking Candifem V with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Candifem V

Taking alcohol with Candifem V can be dangerous.

Safe