Flucotis 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
Spark Bless Pharma
Salt Composition
Fluconazole (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Flucotis 150mg Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails.
Dosage Form
Tablet
Introduction
Flucotis 150mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment.
Directions for Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Flucotis 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Flucotis 150mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Quick Tips
Your doctor has prescribed Flucotis 150mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain. Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.
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Frequently asked questions
What is Flucotis 150mg Tablet used for?
Flucotis 150mg Tablet is an antifungal medicine that treats various fungal infections, including cryptococcal meningitis, coccidioidomycosis, candidal bloodstream infections, and mucosal thrush. It also helps with vaginal and genital thrush, as well as skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, and nail infection.
Can Flucotis 150mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Flucotis 150mg Tablet may interact with estradiol, a component of oral contraceptives. If you are taking birth control pills, inform your doctor before starting Flucotis 150mg Tablet treatment.
Can Flucotis 150mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Yes, Flucotis 150mg Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If you experience hair loss during treatment, inform your doctor.
Is Flucotis 150mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Flucotis 150mg Tablet is effective when used as directed by your doctor. Continue taking the medication even if you feel better, as stopping it too early may lead to worsening symptoms or a return of the infection.
Is Flucotis 150mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Flucotis 150mg Tablet is primarily fungistatic but can act as a fungicide against certain organisms, such as Cryptococcus, in a dose-dependent manner.
Does Flucotis 150mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Flucotis 150mg Tablet is used to treat UTIs caused by Candida. However, bacterial growth can also cause UTIs in some cases, and proper diagnosis is required before starting treatment.
Can I take Flucotis 150mg Tablet with other medications?
Flucotis 150mg Tablet may interact with other medications. Inform your doctor about any other prescription or over-the-counter medications you are taking to avoid potential interactions.
Is Flucotis 150mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Flucotis 150mg Tablet is not safe for use during pregnancy. If you become pregnant while taking Flucotis 150mg Tablet, inform your doctor about the potential risks to the baby.
I feel better now; can I stop taking Flucotis 150mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Flucotis 150mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. Stopping the medication too early may lead to worsening symptoms or a return of the infection.
