Flucozole 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer
SB Lifesciences
Salt Composition
Fluconazole (150mg)
Key Information
Short Description
Flucozole 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
Flucozole 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. Flucozole 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works
Flucozole 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 Flucozole 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 Flucozole 150mg Tablet used for?
Flucozole 150mg Tablet is an antifungal medication prescribed to treat various fungal infections. It is used for the treatment of Cryptococcal meningitis, Coccidioidomycosis (a lung disease), and other Candida-related infections in the bloodstream, organs (such as heart, lungs), or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection of the lining of the mouth, throat, and denture sore mouth), and genital thrush (infection of the vagina or penis). It can also treat skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, and nail infection.
Can Flucozole 150mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Flucozole 150mg Tablet has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol, a component of oral contraceptives. It may increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Before starting treatment with Flucozole 150mg Tablet, inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Can Flucozole 150mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Rarely, Flucozole 150mg Tablet can cause hair loss as a side effect. If hair loss occurs during treatment, inform your doctor immediately.
Is Flucozole 150mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Flucozole 150mg Tablet is effective when used in the dose and duration recommended by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement as stopping too early may cause the symptoms to return or worsen.
Is Flucozole 150mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Flucozole 150mg Tablet is a fungistatic medication, meaning it prevents fungal growth. It primarily acts by inhibiting the production of ergosterol in fungi.
Does Flucozole 150mg Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Flucozole 150mg Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis. It is a specific antifungal medication for fungal infections and has no activity against bacteria.
Does Flucozole 150mg Tablet make you feel tired?
Yes, Flucozole 150mg Tablet can cause fatigue as a side effect. If you experience excessive tiredness during treatment, consult your doctor. This side effect could potentially be linked to liver problems.
Is Flucozole 150mg Tablet an over-the-counter (OTC) medication?
No, Flucozole 150mg Tablet is not an OTC product. It must only be prescribed by a doctor.
Is Flucozole 150mg Tablet safe to use during pregnancy?
Flucozole 150mg Tablet is generally **not** recommended for use during pregnancy as its effects on the developing fetus are not fully known. Therefore, it should only be prescribed in specific cases under close medical supervision.
I feel better now, can I stop taking Flucozole 150mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Flucozole 150mg Tablet without consulting your doctor. It is important to continue the medication as directed by your doctor, even if you start feeling better.
