Vinfem 150mg Tablet
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Manufactured By Dabur
Composition Fluconazole (150mg)
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It is generally safe to consume alcohol with Vinfem 150mg Tablet.
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A: Vinfem 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.Vinfem 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 Vinfem be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem also.
Q: Can Vinfem be taken with azithromycin?
A: Yes, Vinfem 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 Vinfem cause hair loss?
A: Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Vinfem. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Vinfem.
Q: Is Vinfem a steroid?
A: Vinfem is not a steroid. Vinfem belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Is Vinfem an antibiotic?
A: Vinfem is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q: Is Vinfem safe?
A: Vinfem is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Is Vinfem fungistatic or fungicidal?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem over the counter (OTC)?
A: Vinfem is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q: Can I take Vinfem with ciprofloxacin?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem with metronidazole?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem with probiotics?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem with clarithromycin?
A: Clarithromycin and Vinfem 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 Vinfem with omeprazole?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem with citalopram?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem with cetirizine?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem with erythromycin?
A: Use of Vinfem 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 Vinfem and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q: Can I take Vinfem with nitrofurantoin?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem work?
A: Vinfem works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q: Does Vinfem treat bacterial vaginosis?
A: Vinfem does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Vinfem 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 Vinfem treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
A: Vinfem 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 Vinfem make you tired?
A: Vinfem can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Vinfem as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Vinfem can affect your liver.
Q: Does Vinfem contain penicillin?
A: Vinfem does not contain penicillin. Vinfem belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Vinfem have sulfa in it?
A: Vinfem does not contain sulfur. Vinfem belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q: Does Vinfem treat chlamydia?
A: Vinfem does not treat Chlamydia. Vinfem is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q: Can I take Vinfem for yeast infection?
A: Vinfem 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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