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

Fungid Information

Fungid is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Fungid has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Fungid 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Fungid side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Fungid normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Fungid's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. In addition, Fungid's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fungid related warnings section.

Fungid can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Fungid in conditions like Liver Disease. The section on Fungid contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Fungid have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Fungid Benefits & Uses

Fungid 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

Fungid 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

Fungid Related Warnings

Is the use of Fungid safe for pregnant women?

Fungid 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 Fungid safe during breastfeeding?

Fungid does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Fungid on the Kidneys?

Fungid can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fungid on the Liver?

Fungid may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fungid on the Heart?

Fungid has very mild side effects on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fungid with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Fungid Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fungid

Is this Fungid habit forming or addictive?

Fungid is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fungid as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

No, Fungid cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fungid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fungid

Taking Fungid with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fungid

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fungid and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fungid

Question over 5 years ago

How does Fungid work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Fungid 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.

Question over 4 years ago

Can Fungid cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Fungid can cause irregular periods. However, if you're experiencing conditions such as leucorrhoea (whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge), menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding at menstruation) and dysmenorrhea (Painful periods) after taking this medication. Inform your doctor and see a gynaecologist.

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Fungid?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

Fungid can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.

Question almost 5 years ago

is Fungid steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Fungid is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Fungid?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Fungid 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.