Canesten Thrush Oral Capsule 150mg

Canesten Oral Capsule

Canesten Oral Capsule is a single dose, full course treatment for female thrush, for those who have been previously diagnosed by their doctor as having thrush and who haven't had it more than twice in the previous six months. It can also be used by a male partner with male thrush.

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Thrush is caused by a yeast (fungus) called Candida which lives harmlessly in the vagina and other parts of the body, without even noticing it. However, if the natural pH balance that keeps Candida under control is altered, the level of yeast increases and can develop into a thrush infection.

Canesten Oral Capsule contains the active substance fluconazole, an antifungal agent which fights the cause of infections such as thrush.

Directions

Swallowed the capsule whole with a glass of water (with or without food). The symptoms of thrush should disappear within two days of treatment.

If no improvement is seen after seven days, speak to a doctor. If the infection returns after seven days another capsule may be taken but if more than two infections occur within six months speak to a doctor.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient: Fluconazole 150mg.

Other Ingredients: Colloidal Silicon Dioxide, Lactose Monohydrate, Magnesium Stearate, Maize Starch and Sodium Lauryl Sulphate. The capsule shell contains Brilliant Blue FCF (E133), Titanium Dioxide (E171) and Gelatine. The printing ink contains Shellac, Black Iron Oxide (E172) and Propylene Glycol.

Cautions

Canesten Thrush Oral Capsule may cause dizziness. If dizziness occurs after taking the capsule, do not drive or use machines.

The capsule contains lactose monohydrate. If intolerant, contact a doctor before taking.

Do not use Canesten Thrush Oral Capsule:

• If allergic (hypersensitive) to fluconazole or any of the other ingredients.
• If taking the antihistamine terfen adine, the medicine cisa pride or an ergot-derivative (e.g. ergot amine used for migraine).
• If pregnant, trying for a baby or breastfeeding.

Before using Canesten Thrush Oral Capsule, speak to a doctor if:

• Unsure if the symptoms are thrush or this is the first time the symptoms have occurred.
• More than two infections of thrush have occurred in the last six months.
• You or your partner have ever had a sexually transmitted disease.
• Aged under 16 or over 60.
• An allergic reaction has occurred to fluconazole or any other vaginal antifungal products in the past
• There is any disease or illness affecting the liver or kidneys, or have had any unexplained jaundice.
• There is a heart problem, including heart rhythm problems.
• Affected by any other chronic disease or illness.

Women: Do not use Canesten Thrush Oral Capsule if affected by any of the following symptoms and see a doctor as soon as possible:

• Irregular vaginal bleeding.
• Abnormal vaginal bleeding or a blood-stained discharge.
• Ulcers, blisters or sores of the vagina or vulva.
• Lower abdominal pain.
• Pain or difficulty in passing urine.
• Fever or chills.
• Feeling sick or vomiting.
• Diarrhoea.
• A foul-smelling discharge from the vagina.

Men: Do not use Canesten Thrush Oral Capsule without talking to a doctor first if:

• A sexual partner does not have thrush.
• You have sores, ulcers or blisters on your penis.
• You have an abnormal discharge from your penis.
• Your penis has started to smell.
• You have pain or difficulty in passing urine.