Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets)

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2. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) is used to treat infections caused by fungi and may also be used to stop you from getting a candidal infection. Fluconazole tablets are used to treat Vaginal candidiasis (vaginal yeast infections due to Candida), Oropharyngeal and oesophageal candidiasis, Candida urinary tract infections, peritonitis and systemic Candida infections, including candidaemia, disseminated candidiasis and pneumonia. Forcan tablets are also used to decrease the incidence of candidiasis in patients undergoing bone marrow transplantation who receive cytotoxic chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

3. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Active Ingredient The active ingredient present in Forcan tablets is Fluconazole. Each uncoated Forcan tablet contains 50 mg, 100 mg, 150 mg or 200 mg of Fluconazole respectively. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

4. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Chemical Structure The structure of Fluconazole is given below: © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

5. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Tablets are manufactured by Cipla Limited, India in the strengths of 50 mg, 100 mg, 150 mg and 200 mg. ( Website: https://www.cipla.com/ https://www.cipla.com/ ) URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

6. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Fluconazole Tablets – Brand Names Fluconazole is available under various drug brand names that include Diflucan, Forcan, Onecan, Nuforce, Fusys, Syscan, FZHH, Adocon, Gocan, Fluka, Concize, Fabizol, Flucess, Flumed and Zocon. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

7. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Uses of Forcan Tablets Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) is used to treat serious fungal or yeast infections, including vaginal candidiasis, oropharyngeal candidiasis (thrush, oral thrush), esophageal candidiasis (candida esophagitis), other candida infections (including urinary tract infections, peritonitis [inflammation of the lining of the stomach], and infections that may occur in different parts of the body), or fungal (cryptococcal) meningitis. This medicine works by killing the fungus or yeast, or preventing its growth. Fluconazole is also used to prevent candidiasis in patients having bone marrow transplants who receive cancer or radiation treatment. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

8. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Tablets Dosage The dosage of Forcan Tablets Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) for various indications is given below: Single Dose: Vaginal candidiasis: Vaginal candidiasis: The recommended dosage of Generic Diflucan for vaginal candidiasis is 150 mgas a single oral dose. Multiple Dose: Multiple Dose: The daily dose of Forcan Tablets for the treatment of infections other than vaginal candidiasis should be based on the infecting organism and the patient's response to therapy. Treatment should be continued until clinical parameters or laboratory tests indicate that active fungal infection has subsided. An inadequate period of treatment may lead to recurrence of active infection. In general, a loading dose of twice the daily dose is recommended on the first day of therapy to result in plasma concentrations close to steady-state by the second day of therapy. © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

9. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Tablets Dosage The dosage of Forcan Tablets indications is given below: Oropharyngeal Candidiasis: Oropharyngeal Candidiasis: The recommended dosage is 200 mg on the first day, followed by 100 mg once daily. Clinical evidence of oropharyngeal candidiasis generally resolves within several days, but treatment should be continued for at least 2 weeks to decrease the likelihood of relapse. Oesophageal Candidiasis: Oesophageal Candidiasis: The recommended Forcan dosage is 200 mg on the first day, followed by 100 mg once daily. Doses up to 400 mg/day may be used, based on the patient's response to therapy. Patients with oesophageal candidiasis should be treated for a minimum of 3 weeks, and for at least 2 weeks following resolution of symptoms. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) for various URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

10. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Tablets Dosage The dosage of Forcan Tablets indications is given below: Systemic Candida Infections: Systemic Candida Infections: For systemic Candida infections, including candidaemia, disseminated candidiasis and pneumonia, optimal therapeutic dosage and duration of therapy have not been established. During studies conducted of a small number of patients, doses of up to 400 mg daily have been used. Urinary Tract Infections and Peritonitis: Urinary Tract Infections and Peritonitis: For the treatment of Candida urinary tract infections and peritonitis, daily doses of 50 to 200 mg have been used in non-comparative studies of a small number of patients. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) for various URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

11. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Tablets Dosage The dosage of Forcan Tablets Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) for various indications is given below: Cryptococcal Meningitis: Cryptococcal Meningitis: The recommended dosage for the treatment of acute cryptococcal meningitis is 400 mg on the first day, followed by 200 mg once daily. A dosage of 400 mg once daily may be used, based on the patient's response to Forcan therapy. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

12. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Contraindications Forcan tablets are contraindicated in persons with a hypersensitivity (allergy) to Fluconazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. This medicine is contraindicated in patients with liver or kidney problems, heart disease, including heart rhythm problems or abnormal levels of potassium, calcium or magnesium in their blood. Stop Forcan therapy if the patient develops severe skin reactions (itching, reddening of the skin or difficulty in breathing). Forcan should also be stopped if the patient develops signs of 'adrenal insufficiency' where the adrenal glands do not produce adequate amounts of certain steroid hormones such as cortisol (chronic, or long lasting fatigue, muscle weakness, loss of appetite, weight loss, abdominal pain. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

13. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Storage Instructions Forcan tablets (Generic Fluconazole tablets) have to be stored at controlled room temperature i.e. from 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F) with excursions permitted between 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F). Keep this as well as all other medicines away from children and pets. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

14. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Warnings Hepatic injury: Fluconazole (Forcan tablets) has been associated with rare cases of serious hepatic toxicity, including fatalities, primarily in patients with serious underlying medical conditions. In cases of Fluconazole-associated hepatotoxicity, no obvious relationship to total daily dose, duration of therapy, sex or age of the patient has been observed. Fluconazole should be administered with caution to patients with renal dysfunction Adrenal insufficiency has been reported in patients receiving other azoles (e.g., Ketoconazole). Reversible cases of adrenal insufficiency were reported in patients while receiving Fluconazole or when Fluconazole was discontinued. Anaphylaxis: In rare cases, anaphylaxis has been reported. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

15. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Warnings Anaphylaxis: In rare cases, anaphylaxis has been reported. Dermatologic: Patients have rarely developed exfoliative skin disorders during treatment with Fluconazole (Forcan tablets). Fluconazole (Forcan tablets) should not be used in pregnant women except in patients with severe or potentially life-threatening fungal infections in whom Fluconazole (Forcan tablets) may be used if the anticipated benefit outweighs the possible risk to the fetus. Fluconazole can cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation may rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, fainting) that require medical attention right away. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

16. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Warnings For the treatment of vaginal yeast infections, medicines applied in or around the vagina should be considered before this medication. This medicine can make you dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires alertness until you are sure you can perform such activities safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

17. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Side Effects The overall incidence of side effects possibly related to Fluconazole Tablets (Forcan) was 26%. In 422 patients receiving active comparative agents, the incidence was 16%. The most common treatment-related adverse events reported in the patients who received 150 mg single dose Fluconazole for vaginitis were headache (13%), nausea (7%), and abdominal pain (6%). Other side effects reported with an incidence equal to or greater than 1% included diarrhea (3%), dyspepsia (1%), dizziness (1%), and taste perversion (1%). Most of the reported side effects were mild to moderate in severity. Rarely, angioedema and anaphylactic reaction have been reported in marketing experience. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

18. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Side Effects Tell your doctor immediately in case you observe any of the following serious side effects: Swelling of the face, lips or tongue which may cause difficulty swallowing or breathing Asthma, wheezing, shortness of breath Sudden or severe itching, skin rash, hives Fainting, seizures or fits Flaking of the skin Yellowing of the skin or eyes, also called jaundice Bleeding or bruising more easily than normal, or reddish or purplish blotches under the skin Signs of frequent or worrying infections such as fever, severe chills, sore throat or mouth ulcers Fast or irregular heart beat These side effects are normally rare but can be serious and may need urgent medical attention. This is not a complete list of all possible side effects URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

19. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Tablets Overdose Symptoms of Fluconazole tablets (Forcan tablets) overdose may include: hallucinations, mental/mood changes. In the case of Fluconazole overdose, symptomatic treatment (with supportive measures and gastric lavage if clinically indicated) should be started. Fluconazole is largely excreted in urine. A 3-hour hemodialysis session decreases plasma levels by approximately 50%. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

20. Forcan Tablets (Generic Fluconazole Tablets) Forcan Tablets During Pregnancy Fluconazole (Forcan tablets) is classified by the US FDA as Pregnancy Category C. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies conducted of Fluconazole in pregnant women. High-dose animal studies have revealed evidence of embryolethality, fetotoxicity, and teratogenicity. Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies conducted in human pregnancy, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks. There have been reports of spontaneous abortion and congenital abnormalities in infants whose mothers were treated with 150 mg of Fluconazole as a single or repeated dose in the first trimester. Fluconazole is secreted in human milk at concentrations similar to maternal plasma concentrations. Caution should be exercised when Fluconazole is administered to a nursing mother. URL: URL: https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html https://www.clearskypharmacy.biz/generic-diflucan-forcan-by-cipla.html © Clearsky Pharmacy ( www.clearskypharmacy.biz )

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