Flucobig: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flucobig Information

Flucobig is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Flucobig have also been mentioned below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flucobig. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Flucobig side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flucobig are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.

In addition, Flucobig's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flucobig's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Flucobig since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flucobig are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug interactions for Flucobig have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

You should also be aware that Flucobig is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Flucobig Benefits & Uses
Flucobig Dosage & How to Take
Flucobig Side Effects
Flucobig Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flucobig with Other Drugs
Flucobig Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flucobig
Flucobig Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flucobig Benefits & Uses

Flucobig is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection

Flucobig Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult(Female)	Disease: Vaginal Yeast Infection Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 3 days Special Instructions: Then once a week for 6 months
Adult	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
Geriatric	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 1 days Special Instructions: Then 200 - 800 mg/day for 28 days
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 12 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Fungal Infections Before or After Meal: After Meal Single Maximum Dose: 6 mg/kg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Flucobig Related Warnings

Is the use of Flucobig safe for pregnant women?

Flucobig can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Flucobig safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Flucobig.

Safe
What is the effect of Flucobig on the Kidneys?

Flucobig can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flucobig on the Liver?

Flucobig is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flucobig on the Heart?

Side effects of Flucobig rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flucobig with Other Drugs

Flucobig should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Flucobig Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flucobig unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flucobig

Is this Flucobig habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Flucobig is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Flucobig can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Flucobig is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Flucobig cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Flucobig Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flucobig

It is safe to take Flucobig with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucobig

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Flucobig.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flucobig

Question about 5 years ago

Is Flucobig safe to use?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Flucobig is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Flucobig work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Flucobig inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.