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Fluna is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Fluna has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Fluna. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Fluna have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Fluna normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Fluna's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Fluna's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fluna related warnings section.
Fluna is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fluna contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Fluna with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Fluna, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fluna 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 Fluna is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Fluna safe for pregnant women?
Fluna has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Fluna without medical advice.
Is the use of Fluna safe during breastfeeding?
Fluna is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fluna on the Kidneys?
Fluna 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.
What is the effect of Fluna on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Fluna on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Fluna on the Heart?
Side effects of Fluna rarely affect the heart.
Fluna 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 Fluna unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fluna habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Fluna has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fluna. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fluna only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fluna for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fluna
You can take Fluna with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fluna
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fluna with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
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
