Candiforce 100 Capsule

Basic Information

• Brand Name: Candiforce 100 Capsule

• Type: Oral Antifungal Medicine

• Form: Capsule

• Pack Size: Strip of 10 capsules (commonly available)

• Manufacturer / Marketer: Mankind Pharma Ltd.

Composition (per capsule)

• Itraconazole – 100 mg

Uses / Indications

Candiforce 100 Capsule is prescribed for treatment of superficial & systemic fungal infections, including:

• Dermatophytosis (ringworm, athlete’s foot, jock itch)

• Onychomycosis (fungal nail infections)

• Pityriasis versicolor (skin fungal discoloration)

• Candidiasis (oral, esophageal, vaginal, systemic)

• Aspergillosis, Histoplasmosis, Blastomycosis (deep fungal infections)

• Fungal keratitis (eye infection, if advised by specialist)

Mechanism of Action

• Itraconazole (Triazole antifungal):

  • Inhibits synthesis of ergosterol (essential for fungal cell membrane)

  • Weakens fungal wall → inhibits growth & kills fungus

• Effective against a wide range of yeasts, dermatophytes & molds

Dosage & Administration

• Adults:

  • Skin infections: 100 mg once or twice daily, depending on severity

  • Nail infections (onychomycosis): 200 mg daily for 12 weeks, or pulse therapy (100 mg twice daily for 1 week per month × 3–4 months)

• To be taken immediately after a full meal for better absorption

• Dosage & duration vary by infection type → strictly as per doctor’s advice

Side Effects

• Common: nausea, stomach upset, headache, dizziness

• Rare: rash, swelling, liver enzyme elevation, irregular heartbeat

• Severe (rare): liver toxicity, congestive heart failure (long-term use/high dose)

Precautions & Warnings

• Use only under doctor’s prescription

• Avoid in patients with liver disease, kidney disease, or heart failure

• Drug interactions: Itraconazole interacts with many medicines (statins, anticoagulants, TB medicines, antacids, etc.)

• Not recommended during pregnancy & breastfeeding unless clearly prescribed

• For long-term use → liver function monitoring is advised