Forcan 150

Tablet · Cipla
PRESCRIPTION MEDICINE

Forcan 150 is a tablet made by Cipla that contains Fluconazole 150 mg. Fluconazole is a antifungal: treats fungal infections such as vaginal thrush, oral thrush and some skin infections.

Ingredient (salt)Amount
Fluconazole150 mg

What it is used for

Treats fungal infections such as vaginal thrush, oral thrush and some skin infections.

How it works

An antifungal that blocks the fungus from making its cell membrane. Used for thrush (vaginal or oral) and other yeast infections.

How to take it

Vaginal thrush: a single 150 mg capsule. Other infections: daily doses set by the doctor.

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea

Get medical help straight away if

  • Yellow skin or dark urine
  • Fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Severe rash

Be careful

Interacts with several medicines; tell your doctor what else you take.

Other medicines and interactions

Raises levels of warfarin, some statins, glipizide and similar, phenytoin and some sedatives; heart-rhythm risk with other QT-prolonging medicines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid in pregnancy (use vaginal clotrimazole instead). Single doses are considered acceptable while breastfeeding.

Same composition, other brands (6)

Zocon 150Flutas-150Fluka 150Nuforce 150Fusys 150Onecan 150

Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching brands.

Common questions

What is Forcan 150?

Forcan 150 is a tablet by Cipla containing Fluconazole 150 mg.

What is Forcan 150 used for?

Treats fungal infections such as vaginal thrush, oral thrush and some skin infections.

How should I take Forcan 150?

Vaginal thrush: a single 150 mg capsule. Other infections: daily doses set by the doctor. Always follow the dose your doctor or the pack gives.

What are the side effects of Forcan 150?

Common side effects include: Headache, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea. Get medical help straight away for: Yellow skin or dark urine, fast or irregular heartbeat, severe rash.

Does Forcan 150 need a prescription?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Can I take Forcan 150 in pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Avoid in pregnancy (use vaginal clotrimazole instead). Single doses are considered acceptable while breastfeeding.

What are the substitutes for Forcan 150?

Brands with the same composition: Zocon 150, Flutas-150, Fluka 150, Nuforce 150, Fusys 150, Onecan 150. Ask your doctor or pharmacist before switching.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Composition checked against pack details from large Indian online pharmacies. Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.