Fluconazole (Diflucan) is an antifungal medicine that is used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. It is known for its broad-spectrum activity against certain fungi. Fluconazole has been shown to have an adverse effect profile that includes depression, weight loss, weight gain, and metabolic changes. It is also known for its ability to inhibit the growth of certain yeast infections. Fluconazole is manufactured by the pharmaceutical company Merck & Co., which has a marketing rights to fluconazole in the United States.
Diflucan (Diflucan) is used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails. Fluconazole is also used to treat yeast infections in the mouth and vagina.
Fluconazole may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
This medication should not be given to children or adolescents under the age of 18 unless their doctor has told them to do so. Fluconazole is also not intended for use in women or in the pediatric population.
Fluconazole may also be used to treat certain sexually transmitted infections such as chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis.
This medication is not indicated in children under the age of 18 years.
Fluconazole is a broad-spectrum antifungal that has a bactericidal effect on certain organisms. Fluconazole can also be used to treat skin infections in the mouth and vagina.
The recommended dosage of fluconazole for use in children is between the ages of 8 and 17 years. Diflucan (Diflucan) is typically taken twice daily at the same time each day. If you have more than 3 weeks left of fluconazole treatment, your doctor may change your dosage to once daily at the same time each day.
The most common side effects of fluconazole are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and stomach pain. These side effects usually improve with continued treatment. However, you may not experience all of the side effects listed here. Some of the more common side effects of fluconazole may include:
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as:
If you experience any of the above side effects, stop taking fluconazole and contact your doctor immediately.
Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking or discontinuing fluconazole, and each time you get a new prescription, as prescribed by your doctor. If you are not sure, ask your pharmacist or check out the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist. may be used to monitor your fluconazole blood levels. may be used to treat or prevent new infections.Diflucan is an oral antifungal drug and may be used to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.
Show private health informationFluconazole is a prescription drug that is used to treat certain fungal infections of the skin and nails.
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Diflucan One works by stopping the growth of the fungi that caused the yeast infection in the first place. Although you only need to take one pill, the medication in Diflucan One, fluconazole 150 mg, continues working in your body for several days until your yeast infection is cured. You'll notice your symptoms begin to disappear within 24 hours and within 7 days they should be gone completely. If your symptoms have not improved within 3 days and have not completely disappeared within 7 days, contact your doctor.
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The diflucan is an antifungal medication that is used to treat a variety of fungal infections such as yeast infections, thrush, and certain types of candidiasis. Diflucan works by inhibiting the growth and spread of fungi that cause fungal infections. Diflucan is also used to treat vaginal candidiasis, which is a common sexually transmitted infection (STI).
Diflucan is available in three dosages:
The recommended dose for adults is a single 50 mg tablet taken once a day. This can be taken as needed, with or without food, but it is important not to exceed the recommended daily dose. The recommended dosing schedule for children and adolescents is as follows:
The dose for children ages 12 and over is as follows:
The dose for adolescents ages 10-16 is as follows:
The dose for children ages 17-64 is as follows:
The dose for children ages 65 years and older is as follows:
The dose for older adults is as follows:
The recommended initial dose is 50 mg taken once a day for 14 days. The total duration of treatment for adults is 2 to 4 days. The maximum recommended dose is 400 mg taken once a day. Children under age 14 should receive only one dose every 24 hours. Children ages 14 and younger should receive a single dose every four hours for 7 days.
Dosage instructions for adults are as follows:
The recommended initial dose is a single 50 mg tablet taken once a day. The total duration of treatment is 2 to 4 days. Children under age 14 should receive only one dose every four hours for 7 days.
The dosage of fluconazole is based on your medical history. Do not use in children younger than 13 years old unless advised by a healthcare professional.
Avoid driving until you know how your medicine is being taken and consult your doctor if you think you may be at risk.
Children under age 14 should receive a single dose every four hours for 7 days.
The dosing of fluconazole is based on your medical history.
Follow the dosing instructions provided with the medicine, including how much to take and when to take it. The dosing frequency is based on your medical history.
Common side effects of fluconazole include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain. These side effects are usually mild and temporary. However, if they persist or worsen, contact your doctor.
Contact your doctor immediately if you experience any severe or persistent side effects.
Like all medications, Diflucan can cause side effects. Common side effects include headache, flushing, indigestion, nasal congestion, and stuffy nose. If you experience any severe or persistent side effects, immediately contact a doctor. However, if they occur, they are more likely to be related to the medication or other factors. If you experience severe side effects and you are concerned about them, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
You should not use Diflucan if you are allergic to fluconazole or any ingredients in Diflucan.
Fluconazole is a fluoroquinolone. Cephalosporin, which is an antibiotic, is an option to treat infections caused by certain types of bacteria.
Thrush is a fungal infection, commonly caused by a type of yeast called candida. Although candida is naturally present in the body, an imbalance can trigger thrush symptoms. Fluconazole 150mg (also known as Diflucan and other brand names) kills certain types of fungi and restores your body's natural balance.
Fluconazole treatment for thrush is simple - just one capsule to be swallowed with a glass of water. You can take this medicine at any time of day, with or without a meal.
Women taking fluconazole should see an improvement within a few days. Some women will notice improvement in 24 hours.
For men, the condition can take a little longer to clear up. The symptoms should clear up within a few days, although this can take up to a week.
If your condition hasn't cleared up within one week, you should consult a doctor.
Thrush is an infection which can occur without sexual contact, so it is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, the infection can be passed on during sex, so it is recommended that you should not have sex until the infection has cleared up.
If you regularly suffer from thrush, then it's advisable that both you and your partner have thrush treatment at the same time.
Taking too much can make you unwell, so contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately if you take more than you should.
As with any medicine, there are side effects. Although a serious allergic reaction to fluconazole is rare. Common side effects (occurring in one in ten patients) include nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, wind, rash and headache. However, these side effects are usually mild and don't tend to last long. If symptoms persist, or are particularly severe, contact your doctor.
A full list of side effects is available in the manufacturer's.
You should not take fluconazole while you are pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
Do not take fluconazole if you've ever had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients or any other medicines which you have taken to treat a fungal infection.
Tell your doctor before taking fluconazole if:
Tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking, or have recently taken before taking fluconazole.
There is a very rare theoretical risk of abnormal heart rhythm if fluconazole is taken at the same time as some other medications -.
The Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) is the leaflet included in the pack with a medicine and must be read before taking the medicine. It is written for patients and gives information about taking or using a medicine.
Received January 23, 2017
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