Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is Gocan used for?
Gocan is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush â infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete"s foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.<br>Gocan capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).
Q. Can Gocan be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Gocan has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Gocan also.
Q. Can Gocan be taken with azithromycin?
Yes, Gocan can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.
Q. Can Gocan cause hair loss?
Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Gocan. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Gocan.
Q. Is Gocan a steroid?
Gocan is not a steroid. Gocan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Is Gocan an antibiotic?
Gocan is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q. Is Gocan safe?
Gocan is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Gocan fungistatic or fungicidal?
Gocan is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Q. Is Gocan over the counter (OTC)?
Gocan is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Gocan with ciprofloxacin?
Gocan can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Gocan with metronidazole?
Gocan can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Gocan with probiotics?
Gocan can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Gocan with clarithromycin?
Clarithromycin and Gocan both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Gocan with omeprazole?
Gocan can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Gocan with citalopram?
Gocan can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Gocan with cetirizine?
Gocan can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Gocan with erythromycin?
Use of Gocan and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Gocan and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q. Can I take Gocan with nitrofurantoin?
Gocan can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Gocan work?
Gocan works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Gocan treat bacterial vaginosis?
Gocan does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Gocan is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).
Q. Does Gocan treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Gocan is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. 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.
Q. Does Gocan make you tired?
Gocan can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Gocan as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Gocan can affect your liver.
Q. Does Gocan contain penicillin?
Gocan does not contain penicillin. Gocan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Gocan have sulfa in it?
Gocan does not contain sulfur. Gocan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Gocan treat chlamydia?
Gocan does not treat Chlamydia. Gocan is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q. Can I take Gocan for yeast infection?
Gocan is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.Show moreShow less
