Manufacturer: Chem + Med Pharmaceuticals
Salt Composition : Fluconazole
Packet of 5ml Ear Drop
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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.
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.
The pharmacokinetics of fluconazole are similar following intravenous and oral dosing. Oral bioavailability is >90070, and concentrations peak rv2 hours after dosing. The apparent volume of distribu- tion is 0.7 L/kg, and plasma protein binding is low (12070).
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
Stomach pain
low amount of magnesium in the blood.
low amount of potassium in the blood.
torsades de pointes, a type of abnormal heart rhythm.
prolonged QT interval on EKG.
abnormal EKG with QT changes from birth.
abnormal liver function tests.
pregnancy.
chronic kidney disease stage 3A (moderate)
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.
No interaction found/established
Canfree Ear Drop is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Use with caution Below 5years: Contraindicated
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.
FLUCONAZOLE may interact with drugs treating mental illness (pimozide or quetiapine), anti-depressants (reboxetine), antibiotics (erythromycin), ergotamine (to treat migraine or headaches); amiodarone (for heart problems); blood thinners like warfarin; carbamazepine (to treat epilepsy); losartan (used to treat high blood pressure); statins (to treat high levels of cholesterol); anti-diabetic drugs (metformin), and Vitamins B12, Vitamin C, and Vitamin D3.
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.
Store below 30°C
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.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
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.
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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
Q. 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.
