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AF 400 Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of AF 400 Tablet have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of AF 400 Tablet depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of AF 400 Tablet have been listed ahead. Normally, these side effects of AF 400 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of AF 400 Tablet is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on AF 400 Tablet related warnings talks about AF 400 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
AF 400 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of AF 400 Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for AF 400 Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for AF 400 Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
AF 400 Tablet 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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Is the use of AF 400 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Af can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of AF 400 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Af is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of AF 400 Tablet on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Af. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of AF 400 Tablet on the Liver?
Side effects of Af rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of AF 400 Tablet on the Heart?
Af has very mild side effects on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take AF 400 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this AF 400 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of AF 400 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking AF 400 Tablet. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
AF 400 Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking AF 400 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and AF 400 Tablet
You can take AF 400 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and AF 400 Tablet
Information about the interaction of AF 400 Tablet and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Af 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.
Af 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, Af 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.
No, Af is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.
Rarely, Af can cause stomach upset especially when it is intravenously administered (route injectible). On the contrary, oral administration of Af has been reported to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Keep your doctor informed in case you are experiencing stomach disturbances while taking this drug.
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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
