Canfree Ear Drop is an antifungal medication that treats ear infections. It works by killing the fungi in the ear by destroying their cell membrane.
Canfree Ear Drop is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Wash your hands before and after applying the medicine. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not stop using the medicine without a doctor consultation even if you feel better. You must consult with your doctor if the condition does not get improved within 2-4 weeks.
It may cause irritation and ear discomfort immediately following the application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration. Do not use the open bottle for more than 4 weeks.
It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor if it is safe.
Canfree Ear Drop 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.
In Ear infection
Canfree Ear Drop is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungus that is causing the infection. It helps relieve symptoms such as pain, redness, itching, or soreness caused due to ear infections.
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 Canfree Ear Drop
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 Canfree
Ear discomfort
Headache
Nausea
How to use Canfree Ear Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside ear.
How Canfree Ear Drop works
Canfree Ear Drop is an antifungal medication which treats ear infections. It destroys the cell membrane of fungi that cause superficial infections of the outer or middle ear, thereby killing them. This relieves discomfort, itching and irritation in the ear.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Canfree Ear Drop 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Canfree Ear Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Canfree Ear Drop?
If you miss a dose of Canfree Ear Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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 Canfree Ear Drop to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your ear, to avoid contamination.
Talk to your doctor if your symptoms haven't started to improve within two days of starting treatment, if they get worse during treatment or if you get another ear infection.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the medication.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Canfree with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Fungul infection is very difficult to cure. In homeopathy it take a long time to cure it from root and it is very irritating. No specific medicine to cure fungal infection
I am regularly using the cream cosmelite But now due to a fungal infection i have to use a antifungal cream fungicros So So i want to know whether i can apply the cream cosmelite after fungicros
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pls tell me which part of body have fungal infections
What were the side-effects while using Canfree Ear Drop?
Nausea
100%
FAQs
What is Canfree Ear Drop and what is it used for?
Canfree Ear Drop is a medicine that belongs to a class of medicines known as antifungal medicines. It is used in the treatment of fungal ear infections. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane and thus cures the infections.
Is Canfree Ear Drop safe to use for a long time?
Canfree Ear Drop should not be used for more than 7 days, unless your doctor tells you to. The prolonged use of Canfree Ear Drop may cause the fungal infection to become resistant to the effect of the medicine. However, if you have been having the infection for more than 6 months, inform your doctor. You may need to change the dose or probably take a different or more efficient medicine.
How does Canfree Ear Drop work?
Canfree Ear Drop works by killing the fungi causing the infection by destroying its cell membrane. This helps to relieve the symptoms such as pain, redness, itching or soreness, thereby treating the infection.
How long does Canfree Ear Drop take to work?
Canfree Ear Drop starts working as early as within 3 days. The itching and discharge (if any) are the first ones to get better. Whereas, pain and soreness may take a little longer to resolve, as long as 7 days. But, if it takes longer or if your symptoms do not subside or get worse, consult your doctor immediately.
What if I forget to take a dose of Canfree Ear Drop?
If you have missed a dose of Canfree Ear Drop, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
In which conditions the use of Canfree Ear Drop should be avoided?
Use of Canfree Ear Drop should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Canfree Ear Drop or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Canfree Ear Drop for the first time, consult your doctor.
I feel better now, can I stop using Canfree Ear Drop?
No, you should not stop using Canfree Ear Drop suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because your symptoms may worsen and your infection may return. Remember, your symptoms may improve and you may feel better before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the fungus to continue to grow and hence, prevent complete healing.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Canfree Ear Drop?
Keep Canfree Ear Drop in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.
What if Canfree Ear Drop is swallowed accidentally or goes into the eyes?
If Canfree Ear Drop is swallowed accidentally, rinse your mouth with water immediately. If it goes accidentally into the eyes, wash with plenty of water. In any of the cases, contact your doctor immediately.
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