Flucan 100mg Capsule
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Manufactured By Bombay Tablet Mfg Co Pvt Ltd
Composition Fluconazole (100mg)
Package Size ( 4 Capsule in a strip )
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Flucan 100mg Capsule.
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A: Flucan is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush – infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.Flucan capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).
Q: Can Flucan be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
A: Flucan has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Flucan also.
Q: Can Flucan be taken with azithromycin?
A: Yes, Flucan can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.
Q: Can Flucan cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Flucan. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Flucan.
Q: Is Flucan a steroid?
A: Flucan is not a steroid. Flucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Is Flucan an antibiotic?
A: Flucan is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q: Is Flucan safe?
A: Flucan is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Flucan fungistatic or fungicidal?
A: Flucan is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Q: Is Flucan over the counter (OTC)?
A: Flucan is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Flucan with ciprofloxacin?
A: Flucan can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucan with metronidazole?
A: Flucan can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucan with probiotics?
A: Flucan can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucan with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin and Flucan both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucan with omeprazole?
A: Flucan can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucan with citalopram?
A: Flucan can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucan with cetirizine?
A: Flucan can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Can I take Flucan with erythromycin?
A: Use of Flucan and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Flucan and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q: Can I take Flucan with nitrofurantoin?
A: Flucan can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q: Does Flucan work?
A: Flucan works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Flucan treat bacterial vaginosis?
A: Flucan does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Flucan is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).
Q: Does Flucan treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Flucan is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
Q: Does Flucan make you tired?
A: Flucan can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Flucan as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Flucan can affect your liver.
Q: Does Flucan contain penicillin?
A: Flucan does not contain penicillin. Flucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Flucan have sulfa in it?
A: Flucan does not contain sulfur. Flucan belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Flucan treat chlamydia?
A: Flucan does not treat Chlamydia. Flucan is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q: Can I take Flucan for yeast infection?
A: Flucan is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.
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