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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Fluconazole (150 mg)

Fluka Information

Fluka is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Fluka have also been mentioned below.

The optimal dosage of Fluka is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Some other side effects of Fluka have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Fluka go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Fluka has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Fluka has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Fluka related warnings section.

Fluka is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Fluka contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Fluka have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Fluka is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.


Fluka Benefits & Uses

Fluka is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Fluka 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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:
  • 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

Fluka Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Fluka is used -

Severe

  • Angioedema
  • Anaphylactic reaction
  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)

Moderate

Mild

Fluka Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Fluka safe for pregnant women?


    Fluka shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Fluka safe during breastfeeding?


    Fluka does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Fluka on the Kidneys?


    Fluka may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Fluka on the Liver?


    Very few cases of side effects of Fluka on the liver have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Fluka on the Heart?


    Fluka may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild

Severe Interaction of Fluka with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild


Fluka Contraindications

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


Frequently asked Questions about Fluka

  • Is this Fluka habit forming or addictive?


    Fluka is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, Fluka is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Fluka for mental disorders.

    No

Fluka Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Fluka


    You can take Fluka with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Fluka


    Information about the interaction of Fluka and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

    Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 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

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

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