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Canazole 100 MG Tablet

Manufactured byLupin Ltd.
ContainsClotrimazole
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLE

Description

Canazole 100 MG Tablet is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the vagina. It works by stopping the growth of the infection-causing fungi. Canazole 100 MG Tablet may rarely cause lower abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, burning sensation/irritation/itchiness, etc., at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe. Canazole 100 MG Tablet should be inserted into your vagina as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your infection. Canazole 100 MG Tablet should be avoided if you are allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before using this medication.
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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Canazole 100 MG Tablet

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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Canazole 100 MG Tablet

Burning sensation in the vagina

Itching or Irritation in the Vagina

Vaginal bleeding

Lower abdominal pain

Rash, swelling, redness of the vagina

Uses of Canazole 100 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?

Vaginal Candidiasis

Vaginal Candidiasis, also known as vulvovaginal candidiasis or vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection of the vagina. The symptoms may include vaginal swelling and itchiness, white discharge from the vagina, pain or discomfort during urination, etc. Canazole 100 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of vaginal candidiasis.
Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?

    The time taken by Canazole 100 MG Tablet to show its action is not clinically known.

  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?

    The time duration for which Canazole 100 MG Tablet remains active in your body is not clinically known.

  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?

    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

  • Is this a habit forming medicine?

    No habit-forming tendencies have been reported with Canazole 100 MG Tablet.

  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?

    Due to the lack of adequate data on pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus due to the use of Canazole 100 MG Tablet is not known. Hence use this medicine during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?

    It is not known if Canazole 100 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Allergy

Avoid using Canazole 100 MG Tablet if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Due to the lack of adequate data on pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus due to the use of Canazole 100 MG Tablet is not known. Hence use this medicine during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

It is not known if Canazole 100 MG Tablet passes into breastmilk. Hence consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

General warnings

For vaginal use only

Canazole 100 MG Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of your vagina. It is meant for vaginal use only. Do not swallow the medicine.

Vaginal intercourse

It is recommended to avoid sexual intercourse if you have a vaginal infection and while using Canazole 100 MG Tablet due to the increased risk of your partner being infected.

Use during menstruation

Avoid using Canazole 100 MG Tablet during menstruation due to the risk of this medicine being washed out by the menstrual flow.

Use effective contraceptive methods

Canazole 100 MG Tablet may damage the rubber contraceptives (condoms or diaphragms) and thereby reduce their effectiveness. It is recommended to use an alternative contraceptive method for at least five days after using this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to miss a dose of Canazole 100 MG Tablet. In case of a missed dose, administer it as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is time for the next dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

As Canazole 100 MG Tablet is intended for vaginal use, the likelihood of serious side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not administer more than the prescribed dose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.

Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Interaction with Medicine

Sirolimus

Tacrolimus

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.

Food interactions

Information not available.

Lab interactions

Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Canazole 100 MG Tablet is meant for vaginal use only. Administer it as directed by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after using the vaginal tablet. Do not discontinue treatment with this medicine without consulting your doctor. Do not give Canazole 100 MG Tablet to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours. Consult your doctor if the infection recurs more than twice within six months. Do not use tampons or other vaginal products while using this medicine. Avoid using this medicine if you are on your period. Start the treatment after your period has stopped.

Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works

Canazole 100 MG Tablet is an antifungal medicine that works by damaging the cell membrane (protective covering) of the fungi. This prevents the growth of fungi and stops the spread of infection.

Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Vaginal anti-infectives

Schedule

Schedule H

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Clotrimazole. [online] Available at: [Accessed 18 October 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Clotrimazole

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. Clotrimazole 500mg Vaginal Tablet - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). [online] Available at: [Accessed 20 October 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/11464/smpc

Medicines.org.uk. 2021. [online] Available at: [Accessed 20 October 2021].

https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.11464.pdf

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