Monocare Capsules 150mg
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Product Description
Product Name: Monocare Capsules 150mg
Product Form: Capsules
Pack Size: 1's
Manufactured By: Polyfine Chempharma
Used For:
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Fungal Infections:
- Vaginal yeast infections (Candidiasis).
- Oral thrush (Oropharyngeal candidiasis).
- Esophageal candidiasis.
- Systemic fungal infections (Candidemia and Candidiasis in blood/organs).
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Cryptococcal Meningitis:
- Fungal infection in the brain and spinal cord, especially in immunocompromised patients.
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Prophylaxis:
- Prevention of fungal infections in high-risk patients (e.g., those with HIV/AIDS, undergoing chemotherapy, or organ transplant recipients).
Side Effects:
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Common Side Effects:
- Headache.
- Nausea and vomiting.
- Stomach pain.
- Diarrhea.
- Dizziness.
- Skin rash.
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Rare but Serious Side Effects:
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Liver Toxicity:
- Symptoms: Jaundice (yellowing of skin/eyes), dark urine, fatigue.
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QT Prolongation (Heart Rhythm Issue):
- Can cause irregular heartbeats.
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Severe Skin Reactions:
- Stevens-Johnson Syndrome (rare, life-threatening).
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Allergic Reactions:
- Symptoms: Swelling, difficulty breathing, or hives.
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Liver Toxicity:
Precautions:
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Medical Conditions:
- Inform your doctor if you have:
- Liver disease (increased risk of toxicity).
- Kidney disease (dosage adjustment may be required).
- Heart conditions (especially arrhythmias or QT prolongation).
- Inform your doctor if you have:
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Drug Interactions:
- Avoid combining with drugs that also prolong QT interval (e.g., erythromycin, quinidine).
- Be cautious when using with warfarin (increased bleeding risk), phenytoin, or rifampin (can alter effectiveness).
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Pregnancy and Breastfeeding:
- Generally not recommended during pregnancy unless benefits outweigh risks.
- Small doses (single-dose therapy) may be safe in pregnancy, but higher/long-term doses should be avoided.
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Alcohol Use:
- Limit or avoid alcohol, as it can increase the risk of liver damage.
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Monitoring:
- Regular liver function tests are recommended during prolonged use.
- Watch for symptoms of liver or skin reactions, and report immediately if they occur.