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Floz is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Floz has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The optimal dosage of Floz is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Floz have been listed ahead. These side effects of Floz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Floz's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Floz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Floz is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Floz contraindications section.
Besides this, Floz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Floz, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Floz is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Floz safe for pregnant women?
Floz should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Floz safe during breastfeeding?
Floz is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Floz on the Kidneys?
Floz 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.
What is the effect of Floz on the Liver?
Floz is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Floz on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Floz on the heart have been reported.
Floz should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Floz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Floz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Floz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Floz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Floz
Taking Floz with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floz
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Floz.
Yes, Floz 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.
No, Usually Floz does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Floz only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
Floz is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.
Discontinuation of Floz on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as a headache, dizziness, stomach upset, and diarrhea. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Floz 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.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diflucan® (fluconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 793-794