Nuforce 200 Tablet
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Product introduction
Nuforce 200 Tablet is used to treat fungal 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 thereby stopping the growth of fungi.
Nuforce 200 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse. Avoid taking antacid treatments within one hour before or two hours after you take it.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, headache, and nausea. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Stop taking medicine and inform your doctor if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, dizziness, and nausea.
Do not take Nuforce 200 Tablet if you are pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may monitor your liver function. This medicine may make you dizzy so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.
Uses of Nuforce Tablet
Benefits of Nuforce Tablet
In Treatment of Fungal infections
Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce Tablet
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 Nuforce
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Rash
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Increased alanine aminotransferase
- Increased aspartate aminotransferase
How to use Nuforce Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Nuforce 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Nuforce Tablet works
Nuforce 200 Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Nuforce 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nuforce 200 Tablet 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
Nuforce 200 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Nuforce 200 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Nuforce 200 Tablet may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Nuforce 200 Tablet may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Nuforce 200 Tablet 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
Nuforce 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Nuforce 200 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Nuforce Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Nuforce 200 Tablet, 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.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Nuforce 200 Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Nuforce 200 Tablet
Once A Week
46%
Once A Day
30%
Twice A Week
13%
Twice A Day
5%
Alternate Day
3%
Twice A Month
2%
Thrice A week
1%
What are you using Nuforce Tablet for?
Fungal infect*
93%
Others
7%
*Fungal infections
How much was the improvement?
Poor
47%
Excellent
30%
Average
23%
What were the side-effects while using Nuforce 200 Tablet?
No Side Effec*
50%
Rash
12%
Headache
12%
Skin rash
12%
Nausea
12%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Nuforce Tablet?
With food
60%
Empty stomach
40%
Please rate Nuforce 200 Tablet on price
Not Expensive
53%
Average
27%
Expensive
20%
FAQs
What is Nuforce 200 Tablet used for?
Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Can Nuforce 200 Tablet cause hair loss?
Nuforce 200 Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Is Nuforce 200 Tablet effective?
Yes, Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Nuforce 200 Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Nuforce 200 Tablet 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.
Does Nuforce 200 Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Nuforce 200 Tablet 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.
Can I take Nuforce 200 Tablet with alcohol?
Yes, Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Nuforce 200 Tablet.
What if I forget to take a dose of Nuforce 200 Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Nuforce 200 Tablet, 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.
Can I take Nuforce 200 Tablet for yeast infection?
Yes, Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet a steroid?
No, Nuforce 200 Tablet is not a steroid. Nuforce 200 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Does Nuforce 200 Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Nuforce 200 Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet make you feel tired?
Yes, Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet can affect your liver.
Is Nuforce 200 Tablet over the counter (OTC)?
No, Nuforce 200 Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Is Nuforce 200 Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Nuforce 200 Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Nuforce 200 Tablet during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Nuforce 200 Tablet 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet, 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 Nuforce 200 Tablet.
I feel better now, can I stop taking Nuforce 200 Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Nuforce 200 Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor. This is because suddenly stopping the medication may worsen your condition and your infection may return. Continue your medication even if you feel better as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the fungus to continue to grow and hence, prevent complete healing.
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