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Stefazol is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Stefazol have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Stefazol. 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, Stefazol can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Stefazol go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Stefazol is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Stefazol'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 Stefazol since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Stefazol are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Stefazol have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Stefazol, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Stefazol 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 Stefazol is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Stefazol safe for pregnant women?
Stefazol can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Stefazol safe during breastfeeding?
Stefazol is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Stefazol on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Stefazol. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Stefazol on the Liver?
Stefazol has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Stefazol on the Heart?
Stefazol has very mild side effects on the heart.
Stefazol 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 Stefazol unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Stefazol habit forming or addictive?
Stefazol is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Stefazol you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Stefazol is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Stefazol for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Stefazol
You can take Stefazol with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Stefazol
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Stefazol with alcohol will be.
Take Stefazol as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.
No, ideally Stefazol is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
Yes, Stefazol can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.
Stefazol 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.
Yes, Stefazol 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.
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
