Candifem Tablet 10's
About Candifem Tablet 10's
Candifem Tablet 10's belongs to the class of medicines called antifungals. It is used for the treatment of vaginal infections in both male and female populations. In male patients, it is used in treating Balanitis and Trichomonial infections. On the other hand, in female patients, this medicine helps in treating vaginal candidiasis and Bacterial vaginosis. Balanitis is a condition causing inflammation and pain at the foreskin and head of the penis. Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease (STD) caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. Vaginal candidiasis is caused by the fungus Candida albicans, a vaginal yeast infection. Bacterial vaginosis is caused by the change in the normal balance of vaginal bacteria.
Candifem Tablet 10's contains Ornidazole and miconazole. Ornidazole is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and other infectious microorganisms by damaging the DNA. Miconazole is an antifungal medicine that stops the growth of fungi by preventing them from forming their protective covering. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Candifem Tablet 10's should be used as advised by your doctor. It should be taken at the dose recommended by your doctor. Candifem Tablet 10's may cause common side effects like application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching, and redness), diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite, dizziness, headache, and rash. These side effects do not require any medical attention. If these side effects persist, please consult your doctor immediately.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Candifem Tablet 10's. Tell your doctor if you are using medicines other than the Candifem Tablet 10's. Before using Candifem Tablet 10's inform your doctor if you are pregnant/planning to get pregnant/breastfeeding mother. It is advised to avoid alcohol intake while using Candifem Tablet 10's to prevent any undesirable effects. Candifem Tablet 10's should be used in children below 12 years of age only if prescribed by the paediatrician.
Uses of Candifem Tablet 10's
Medicinal Benefits
Candifem Tablet 10's contains Ornidazole and miconazole belonging to the class of medicines called antifungals. It is commonly used for the treatment of vaginal infections in both males and females. Ornidazole is an antibiotic that kills bacteria and other infectious microorganisms by damaging the DNA. Miconazole is an antifungal medicine that stops the growth of fungi by preventing them from forming their protective covering. Together, they treat your infection effectively.
Directions for Use
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Side Effects of Candifem Tablet 10's
Drug Warnings
Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Candifem Tablet 10's. Tell your doctor if you are using medicines other than the Candifem Tablet 10's. Before using Candifem Tablet 10's inform your doctor if you are pregnant/planning to get pregnant/breastfeeding mother. Avoid Candifem Tablet 10's contact with eyes and oral cavity. Inform your doctor if your condition does not get improved within three days of using the Candifem Tablet 10's. During the course of the treatment, you must follow proper personal hygiene for a faster recovery.
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interactions: Let your doctor know if you are using medicines other than the Candifem Tablet 10's. Because Candifem Tablet 10's may interact with other herbal drugs or other prescribing medicines.
Drug-food interactions: Candifem Tablet 10's may interact with caffeine-containing tea, coffee, cola and energy drinks as it may increase the adverse effects of caffeine. Also, avoid consumption of alcohol with Candifem Tablet 10's.
Drug-disease interactions: No interactions were found.
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Special Advise
It can damage condoms and diaphragms and make them ineffective at preventing pregnancy. Ask your doctor about other suitable methods of preventing pregnancy.
Disease/Condition Glossary
Balanitis: is a condition causing painful inflammation and redness of the penile head and foreskin, usually occurring in an uncircumcised penis. This mainly occurs due to bacterial or fungal infections, improper hygiene, or sexually transmitted diseases. Symptoms may include irritation around the penile glans, soreness and pain in the penis, difficulty in urination, and inflammation.
Trichomoniasis: is a sexually transmitted infection caused by a parasite called Trichomonas vaginalis. Symptoms of a vaginal infection include itching, odour, and abnormal vaginal discharge.
Vaginal yeast infection: It is also known as candidiasis. A healthy vagina contains bacteria and some yeast cells. But when the balance of bacteria and yeast changes, the yeast cells can multiply. This causes intense itching, swelling, irritation, vaginal pain and soreness, vaginal rash, thick, white, odour-free vaginal discharge with a cottage cheese appearance, and watery vaginal discharge. Causes are antibiotic use (which causes an imbalance in natural vaginal flora), pregnancy, uncontrolled diabetes, and an impaired immune system.
Bacterial vaginosis: It is a vaginal infection caused by a change in the normal balance of vaginal bacteria. In rare cases, symptoms include abnormal vaginal discharge, itching or odour.