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Flucolab is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Flucolab also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Flucolab is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flucolab can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flucolab are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Flucolab has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flucolab has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flucolab related warnings section.
Flucolab 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 Flucolab contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Flucolab have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Flucolab is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flucolab 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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flucolab is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flucolab safe for pregnant women?
Flucolab 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 Flucolab safe during breastfeeding?
Flucolab does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Flucolab on the Kidneys?
Flucolab 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 Flucolab on the Liver?
Flucolab has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Flucolab on the Heart?
Flucolab has very mild side effects on the heart.
Flucolab 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 Flucolab unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flucolab habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flucolab has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flucolab you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Flucolab should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Flucolab is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flucolab
You can take Flucolab with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucolab
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flucolab with alcohol will be.
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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
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
