Flucovar

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Flucovar Information

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

The correct dosage of Flucovar depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. 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.

Some other side effects of Flucovar have been listed ahead. These side effects of Flucovar are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Flucovar's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Warnings related to Flucovar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Flucovar can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Flucovar in conditions like Liver Disease. Other contraindications of Flucovar have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug reaction of Flucovar with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Flucovar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Flucovar Benefits & Uses

Flucovar is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Flucovar 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


Flucovar Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flucovar is used -

Severe

  • Angioedema
  • Anaphylactic reaction
  • Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
  • Steven-johnsons syndrome

Moderate

Mild

Flucovar Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Flucovar safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Flucovar safe during breastfeeding?


    Flucovar does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Flucovar on the Kidneys?


    Kidney can be affected by Flucovar. 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 Flucovar on the Liver?


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

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Flucovar on the Heart?


    Very few cases of side effects of Flucovar on the heart have been reported.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Flucovar with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild



Flucovar Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Flucovar

  • Is this Flucovar habit forming or addictive?


    Flucovar 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 Flucovar as you may feel sleepy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


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

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


    There is no benefit of taking Flucovar for mental disorders.

    No

Flucovar Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Flucovar


    Taking Flucovar with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Flucovar


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Flucovar.

    Unknown


Frequently asked Questions about Flucovar

Question over 4 years ago

Does Flucovar treat jock itch?

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

Yes, Flucovar 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 over 4 years ago

Does Flucovar cause constipation?

Dr. Suhas Bhargav MBBS , General Physician

Occasionally, Flucovar 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 Flucovar good for treating ringworm?

Aakash Shah MBBS, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Flucovar is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea corporis.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Flucovar nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

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

Question about 5 years ago

How to take Flucovar?

Dr. Vipin Khadse MBBS , General Physician

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



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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 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

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