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Flunac is a prescription drug, available for use as Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Flunac have also been explained below.
The right dosage of Flunac depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flunac side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Flunac are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Flunac has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flunac's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Flunac since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of Flunac have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Flunac may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Flunac is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flunac 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 Flunac is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flunac safe for pregnant women?
Flunac has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Flunac without medical advice.
Is the use of Flunac safe during breastfeeding?
Flunac is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Flunac on the Kidneys?
Flunac 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 Flunac on the Liver?
Flunac is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Flunac on the Heart?
Flunac is rarely harmful for the heart.
Flunac 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 Flunac unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flunac habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flunac has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Flunac you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Flunac should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Flunac in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Flunac
It is safe to take Flunac with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flunac
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flunac 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
