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Flustan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Flustan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Flustan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Flustan as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Flustan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Flustan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Flustan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flustan related warnings section.
Flustan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Flustan in conditions like Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flustan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Flustan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flustan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flustan 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 Flustan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flustan safe for pregnant women?
Flustan can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Flustan safe during breastfeeding?
Flustan does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Flustan on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Flustan. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Flustan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Flustan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Flustan on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Flustan on the heart have been reported.
Flustan 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 Flustan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flustan habit forming or addictive?
Flustan does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flustan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Flustan only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flustan for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flustan
It is safe to take Flustan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flustan
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flustan with alcohol will be.
No, ideally Flustan should not be taken with ibuprofen because it may increase unwanted gastrointestinal complications such as indigestion, stomach pain, and flatulence.
Discontinuation of Flustan on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as a headache, dizziness, stomach upset, and diarrhea. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Flustan safe for babies. It is used to treat several types of fungal diseases in infants. However, it is best to inform the doctor if your baby experiences any allergic symptoms after using this medication.
Occasionally, Flustan causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.
No, ideally Flustan is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
This medicine data has been created by -
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