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Forcan Baby 50mg Injection
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Product introduction
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Uses of Forcan Injection
Benefits of Forcan Injection
In Treatment of Fungal infections
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi that causes the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body.
The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Forcan Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Forcan
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
How to use Forcan Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Forcan Injection works
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Forcan Baby 50mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Liver
CAUTION
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Forcan Baby 50mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Forcan Baby 50mg Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- It is given as a drip under the supervision of a medical professional.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Inform your doctor if you notice shortness of breath, swelling in face and throat, and drop-in blood pressure.
- Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Patient concerns
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Average
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No Side Effec*
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*No Side Effect
How do you take Forcan Injection?
Empty stomach
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FAQs
What is Forcan Baby 50mg Injection used for?
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is an antifungal medicine. It is used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain) and Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs). Additionally, it is helpful in the treatment of infections caused by Candida found in the bloodstream, body organs (e.g., heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat, and denture sore mouth), and genital thrush (infection of the vagina or penis). It can also be used to treat skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.
Can Forcan Baby 50mg Injection be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of oral contraceptives). It can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Before starting the treatment with Forcan Baby 50mg Injection inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Can Forcan Baby 50mg Injection cause hair loss?
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Is Forcan Baby 50mg Injection a steroid?
No, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is not a steroid. Forcan Baby 50mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Is Forcan Baby 50mg Injection fungistatic or fungicidal?
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is primarily fungistatic which means it controls the growth of fungus). However, it may also act as a fungicidal (kills fungus) medicine against certain organisms, specifically Cryptococcus in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Is Forcan Baby 50mg Injection over the counter (OTC)?
No, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Is Forcan Baby 50mg Injection effective?
Yes, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is effective when used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Forcan Baby 50mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Does Forcan Baby 50mg Injection treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, consult your doctor. This is because the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial) is required to start your treatment.
Does Forcan Baby 50mg Injection treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI) caused mainly by Candida. However, bacteria growth can also cause UTI in some cases. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial, or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
Does Forcan Baby 50mg Injection make you feel tired?
Yes, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection can make you feel tired. If you experience excessive tiredness during the treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor. The reason for tiredness could be a sign of an underlying liver problem as Forcan Baby 50mg Injection can affect your liver.
Can I take Forcan Baby 50mg Injection for yeast infection?
Yes, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection can be used for the treatment of yeast (candidal) infection. However, if you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, consult your doctor. This is because proper diagnosis is required before starting any therapy.
Is Forcan Baby 50mg Injection safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Forcan Baby 50mg Injection during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection is prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits of the medicine outweigh the risks involved. However, if a woman gets pregnant during the treatment with Forcan Baby 50mg Injection, she must be well informed about the potential harm to the baby. If you are planning to conceive, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Forcan Baby 50mg Injection.
Can I take Forcan Baby 50mg Injection with alcohol?
Yes, Forcan Baby 50mg Injection can be taken with alcohol. No interactions have been reported between the two. However, it is better to consult your doctor on the use of alcohol before taking Forcan Baby 50mg Injection to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Forcan Baby 50mg Injection.
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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