Futiza 150 Mg Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Futiza Information

Futiza is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Futiza have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Futiza depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

While these are the most often observed Futiza side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Futiza 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.

Futiza's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Futiza related warnings talks about Futiza's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Futiza 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 Futiza contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Futiza with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.

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

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

Futiza Benefits & Uses

Futiza 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

Futiza 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

Futiza Related Warnings

Is the use of Futiza safe for pregnant women?

Futiza has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Futiza without medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Futiza safe during breastfeeding?

Futiza is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Futiza on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Futiza. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Futiza on the Liver?

Side effects of Futiza rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Futiza on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Futiza with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Futiza Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Futiza

Is this Futiza habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Futiza.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Futiza is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Futiza is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Futiza Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Futiza

Taking Futiza with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Futiza

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Futiza

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Futiza?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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

Question over 4 years ago

Does Futiza treat eczema?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, ideally Futiza is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.

Question about 5 years ago

Can I take Futiza without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Futiza 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 over 4 years ago

Does Futiza cause constipation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Futiza causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.

Question almost 5 years ago

Is Futiza nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Usually Futiza does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Futiza only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.