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Flucona 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. The alternative uses of Flucona have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Flucona depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. 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, Flucona can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Flucona go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Flucona has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flucona related warnings talks about Flucona's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Flucona since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flucona are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Flucona may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Flucona is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flucona 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 Flucona is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flucona safe for pregnant women?
Flucona can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Flucona safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Flucona.
What is the effect of Flucona on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Flucona. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Flucona on the Liver?
Flucona may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Flucona on the Heart?
Flucona may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Flucona 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 Flucona unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flucona habit forming or addictive?
Flucona is not addictive in nature.
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 Flucona can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Flucona only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flucona for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flucona
Taking Flucona with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucona
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Flucona with alcohol.
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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
