Funaz: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Funaz Information

Funaz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Funaz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Funaz. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Funaz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Funaz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

In addition, Funaz's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Funaz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Funaz related warnings section.

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

Besides this, Funaz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Funaz is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

Funaz Benefits & Uses
Funaz Dosage & How to Take
Funaz Side Effects
Funaz Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Funaz with Other Drugs
Funaz Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Funaz
Funaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Funaz Benefits & Uses

Funaz is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection

Funaz 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: Vaginal Yeast Infection 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: Fungal Infections 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: Fungal Infections 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: Fungal Infections 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: Fungal Infections 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

Funaz Related Warnings

Is the use of Funaz safe for pregnant women?

Funaz can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Funaz safe during breastfeeding?

Funaz is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Funaz on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Funaz. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Funaz on the Liver?

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

Mild
What is the effect of Funaz on the Heart?

Side effects of Funaz rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Funaz with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Funaz Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Funaz

Is this Funaz habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Funaz is addictive.

No
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 Funaz can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Funaz only on doctor's advice.

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

No, Funaz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Funaz Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Funaz

Taking Funaz with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Funaz

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Funaz with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Funaz

Question over 5 years ago

What is Funaz?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Funaz is a brand name of fluconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of antifungal medications. It is used to treat fungal infections such as vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection of the vagina), oral thrush etc.

Question almost 5 years ago

Does Funaz treat jock itch?

Dr. MBBS , General Physician, Other, Obstetrics & Gynaecology

Yes, Funaz is widely used in the treatment of jock itch (tinea cruris). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea cruris.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Funaz without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Funaz is a prescription drug so do not take it without consulting a doctor. It can be harmful to consume this medicine if you don't require it.

Question about 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Funaz?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Take Funaz as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.

Question over 5 years ago

How does Funaz work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Funaz inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.