Fluconazole 400mg

Fluconazole 400mg — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is prescribed to treat various fungal infections caused by susceptible organisms such as Candida and Cryptococcus.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Treatment of serious systemic fungal infections such as candidemia
• Treatment of cryptococcal meningitis
• Treatment of fungal infections in people with weakened immunity
• Prevention of fungal infections in patients undergoing chemotherapy or bone marrow transplant
• Treatment of certain severe vaginal, oral, or oesophageal candidiasis cases

HOW IT WORKS

• Fluconazole stops fungi from making a substance needed for their cell membrane
• This weakens the fungal cell wall and stops the fungus from growing and spreading
• It helps the body's immune system clear the infection over time

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not effective against bacterial infections
• It is not used for viral infections such as cold or flu
• It is not a treatment for mild skin rashes not caused by fungus
• It should not be used for infections not confirmed or suspected to be fungal by a doctor

How to Use Fluconazole 400mg

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor, with or without food
• Swallow the tablet with a glass of water
• Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own
• Complete the full course even if you feel better before finishing it
• Take it at the same time each day if it is a multi-day course

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Take the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one
• Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one
• Contact your doctor if you are unsure what to do

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct sunlight and moisture
• Keep out of reach of children and pets
• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack
• Do not store in the bathroom or near a sink

Fluconazole 400mg — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Nausea
• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhoea
• Vomiting

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Dizziness
• Altered taste
• Skin rash
• Loss of appetite

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Yellowing of skin or eyes (jaundice)
• Severe skin reaction with blistering or peeling
• Swelling of face, lips, throat, or difficulty breathing
• Irregular heartbeat or palpitations
• Unusual tiredness, dark urine, or signs of liver problems
• Severe dizziness or fainting

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Fluconazole 400mg — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to fluconazole or other azole antifungal medicines
• Are taking certain medicines that are known to seriously interact with fluconazole, unless approved by your doctor

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have liver or kidney disease
• Have a history of heart rhythm problems
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Have a history of allergic skin reactions to medicines
• Are taking other prescription or over-the-counter medicines or supplements

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Blood-thinning medicines like warfarin
• Certain cholesterol-lowering medicines (statins)
• Medicines used to control heart rhythm
• Certain diabetes medicines
• Some medicines used for seizures
• Immunosuppressant medicines used after organ transplant

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I drink alcohol while taking this medicine?

It is best to avoid alcohol as it may increase strain on the liver during treatment.

How long does it take to work?

Improvement may be seen within a few days, but full recovery depends on the type of infection and doctor's advice.

Is it safe during pregnancy?

• High doses of fluconazole are generally avoided in pregnancy unless the doctor decides the benefit outweighs the risk.
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