Thrush is a fungal infection, commonly caused by a type of yeast called candida. Although candida is naturally present in the body, an imbalance can trigger thrush symptoms. Fluconazole 150mg (also known as Diflucan and other brand names) kills certain types of fungi and restores your body's natural balance.
Fluconazole treatment for thrush is simple - just one capsule to be swallowed with a glass of water. You can take this medicine at any time of day, with or without a meal.
Women taking fluconazole should see an improvement within a few days. Some women will notice improvement in 24 hours.
For men, the condition can take a little longer to clear up. The symptoms should clear up within a few days, although this can take up to a week.
If your condition hasn't cleared up within one week, you should consult a doctor.
Thrush is an infection which can occur without sexual contact, so it is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, the infection can be passed on during sex, so it is recommended that you should not have sex until the infection has cleared up.
If you regularly suffer from thrush, then it's advisable that both you and your partner have thrush treatment at the same time.
Taking too much can make you unwell, so contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately if you take more than you should.
As with any medicine, there are side effects. Although a serious allergic reaction to fluconazole is rare. Common side effects (occurring in one in ten patients) include nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, wind, rash and headache. However, these side effects are usually mild and don't tend to last long. If symptoms persist, or are particularly severe, contact your doctor.
A full list of side effects is available in the manufacturer's.
You should not take fluconazole while you are pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
Do not take fluconazole if you've ever had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients or any other medicines which you have taken to treat a fungal infection.
Tell your doctor before taking fluconazole if:
Tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking, or have recently taken before taking fluconazole.
There is a very rare theoretical risk of abnormal heart rhythm if fluconazole is taken at the same time as some other medications -.
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Thrush is a fungal infection, commonly caused by a type of yeast called candida. Although candida is naturally present in the body, an imbalance can trigger thrush symptoms. Fluconazole 150mg (also known as Diflucan and other brand names) kills certain types of fungi and restores your body's natural balance.
Fluconazole treatment for thrush is simple - just one capsule to be swallowed with a glass of water. You can take this medicine at any time of day, with or without a meal.
Women taking fluconazole should see an improvement within a few days. Some women will notice improvement in 24 hours.
For men, the condition can take a little longer to clear up. The symptoms should clear up within a few days, although this can take up to a week.
If your condition hasn't cleared up within one week, you should consult a doctor.
Thrush is an infection which can occur without sexual contact, so it is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, the infection can be passed on during sex, so it is recommended that you should not have sex until the infection has cleared up.
If you regularly suffer from thrush, then it's advisable that both you and your partner have thrush treatment at the same time.
Taking too much can make you unwell, so contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately if you take more than you should.
As with any medicine, there are side effects. Although a serious allergic reaction to fluconazole is rare. Common side effects (occurring in one in ten patients) include nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, wind, rash and headache. However, these side effects are usually mild and don't tend to last long. If symptoms persist, or are particularly severe, contact your doctor.
A full list of side effects is available in the manufacturer's.
You should not take fluconazole while you are pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
Do not take fluconazole if you've ever had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients or any other medicines which you have taken to treat a fungal infection.
Tell your doctor before taking fluconazole if:
Tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking, or have recently taken before taking fluconazole.
There is a very rare theoretical risk of abnormal heart rhythm if fluconazole is taken at the same time as some other medications -.
The Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) is the leaflet included in the pack with a medicine and must be read before taking the medicine. It is written for patients and gives information about taking or using a medicine.
This page contains all the information required by doctors about Fluconazole. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | |
This medicine is usually given at the same time in a dose as adults can take fluconazole.
It is not safe with alcohol. It may make it more likely that you or your partner will develop thrush.
Fluconazole (Diflucan, Monodox) is an antifungal medication used to treat various fungal infections in the body. It can also be used for the treatment of vaginal yeast infections, such as
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Fluconazole is sometimes prescribed for other medical conditions as well. Your doctor may have prescribed it to you earlier or have elsealfluconazole been prescribed it.
Fluconazole is sometimes given for fungal infections in the vagina, skin infections, or the nose. It is sometimes given for fungal or yeast infections in the brain, legs, anus, or genitals.
Fluconazole may be given with or without food. However, if a dose is missed, or if the missed dose is large enough, your doctor may skip the missed dose and take the next one as often as directed.
Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one missed by your doctor.
Fluconazole is also sometimes given to treat infections of the eyes, nose, genitals, and reproductive system, such as
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Fluconazole can also be given to treat infections of the stomach, intestines, bloodstream, respiratory tract, ears, bones, and skin. It is sometimes used for these symptoms as well.
Antifungal medication in pregnancyFluconazole is not normally given during pregnancy. However, some women may experience vaginal yeast infections during pregnancy. Fluconazole may also affect the development of your baby if you are taking a pregnancy category C medication. This means that your doctor may have missed your dose.
You should always tell your doctor if you are taking a pregnancy category C medication during your pregnancy.
Fluconazole is also sometimes given to treat infections in the ears, fingers, or ears. It may also be given to treat a viral or bacterial infection in your newborn.
Fluconazole and birth control pillsFluconazole may also be given to treat vaginal yeast infections when taken with a birth control pill. If you take the birth control pill, you should take this medication as directed by your doctor.
You should always tell your doctor if you take any birth control pills, including a birth control device, before you have any sexual activity. You should also tell your doctor if you take any contraceptive medication, including a contraceptive device before you have any sexual activity.
You should always tell your doctor if you have any allergies to any medication, or to any other drugs, products, or other substances, products, or foods. Before you begin using a product, let your doctor know if you are taking any other medications, including prescription and non-prescription medications, vitamins, herbs, and other nonprescription products.
Fluconazole and lactose monohydrateFluconazole is not usually given during pregnancy, but some women may experience vaginal yeast infections during pregnancy. Fluconazole may affect the development of your baby if you are taking a pregnancy category C medication.
The most common side effects of fluconazole in pregnancy include:
Fluconazole in pregnancy can also cause your baby to be born with a birth defect. This may cause the genitals to become smaller and develop into small, fluid-filled sacs (vomiting cottage cheese). It is important to tell your doctor if you have any of these side effects.
Fluconazole may also cause your baby to develop an enlarged prostate in the newborn. If this condition develops, your doctor may want you to stop using fluconazole.
Fluconazole may cause your baby to become very irritable or hostile. This may cause your baby to feel unwell and develop other side effects. Fluconazole may cause these side effects that may include:
Fluconazole may cause your baby to become extremely restless or irritable. This side effect may occur if you are taking any type of antidepressant, including fluconazole, and have not been told that you are taking this medication. It may also occur if you have taken fluconazole for a long time or if you have a weakened immune system.
Fluconazole may cause your baby to become very restless or irritable. This side effect may occur if you are taking any type of antidepressant, including fluconazole.
Diflucan is an over-the-counter (OTC) medication prescribed for urinary tract infections (UTIs) caused by yeast. It is also available as a prescription medicine for oral and topical use.
In a, diflucan was found to be a safe and effective treatment for yeast infection in individuals who have had a UTI or a yeast infection.
Diflucan is an OTC medication designed to treat vaginal yeast infections in women who have had a UTI or a yeast infection in the past. When used as prescribed by your healthcare provider, diflucan is a good option for women who are unable to take oral medications.
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Dr. Scott M. Smith, MD, is a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist. He earned his BS from the University of Texas Southwestern Medical School and a fellowship in pathology from the Texas Hospital Center for Reproductive Medicine at Texas A& M University. He also holds an MFA from the University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center and the Medical Director of the Department of Dermatology at Texas A& M University Medical Center.
Diflucan is used in the treatment of various yeast infections such as
– various types of infections such as cryptococcal
– infections such as infections with the herpes simplex virus
– infections with the varicella-zoster virus
– varicella-zoster infections
– in children
– in adults
- for the treatment of infections with the varicella-zoster virus
Diflucan is also used to treat infections with the varicella-zoster virus in adults.Diflucan
Diflucan is indicated for the treatment of various yeast infections including
– herpes simplex virus (HSV)
– to treat infections with the herpes zoster virus
– herpes virus (VZV), to treat infections with the varicella-zoster virus (KZV)
– in the children's antifungal group
– in the anti-fungal group
– in the treatment of inducible tumor
– to treat various dermatological infections
Tumours caused by KZV
Treatment of inducible tumours
Treatment of fungal infections
For the treatment of systemic infections, the usual starting dose of Diflucan is 10mg/kg/day taken from the first to 30 days of infection, daily for 10 days. The dosage should be administered as a single daily dose and administered every 4-6 days. Maximum recommended dosing frequency is once per day. There are some cases of complete resolution of infection after treatment break down but in these cases, patients must continue for 3 days after infection for other infections to be treated. The duration of treatment can vary from 3 to 10 days, the treatments must be separated by weeks and the lesions removed by therapy must be failure.
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