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Zefun Benefits & Uses

Zefun 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

Zefun 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

Zefun Related Warnings

Is the use of Zefun safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Zefun. If you are pregnant, do not take Zefun without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Zefun safe during breastfeeding?

Zefun is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Zefun on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Zefun. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Zefun on the Liver?

Zefun may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Zefun on the Heart?

Side effects of Zefun rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Zefun with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Zefun Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Zefun

Is this Zefun habit forming or addictive?

Zefun does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Zefun you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Zefun should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Zefun is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Zefun Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Zefun

Taking Zefun with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefun

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Zefun with alcohol will be.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Zefun

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Zefun safe for babies?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zefun safe for babies. It is used to treat several types of fungal diseases in infants. However, it is best to inform the doctor if your baby experiences any allergic symptoms after using this medication.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Zefun?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Zefun is a brand name of fluconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of antifungal medications. It is used to treat fungal infections such as vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection of the vagina), oral thrush etc.

Question over 4 years ago

Does Zefun cause hair loss?

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

Yes, Zefun can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Zefun good for treating ringworm?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Zefun is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea corporis.