Flucan: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flucan Information

Flucan is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Flucan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Flucan 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Flucan have been listed ahead. These side effects of Flucan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Flucan's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. It is important to know if Flucan has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flucan related warnings section.

Flucan is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flucan contraindications section.

Additionally, Flucan may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

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

Flucan Benefits & Uses
Flucan Dosage & How to Take
Flucan Side Effects
Flucan Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Flucan with Other Drugs
Flucan Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Flucan
Flucan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Flucan Benefits & Uses

Flucan is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Fungal Infections (Read More - Home Remedies for Fungal Infection)
Candidal Infection
Urinary Tract Infection (Read More - Home remedies for UTI)

Other Benefits

Cryptococcosis
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Athlete's Foot
Ringworm (Read More - Home Remedies for Ringworm)
Nail Fungus
Skin Infections
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection

Flucan 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

Flucan Related Warnings

Is the use of Flucan safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Flucan safe during breastfeeding?

Flucan is completely safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Flucan on the Kidneys?

Flucan can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flucan on the Liver?

Flucan is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flucan on the Heart?

Flucan is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flucan with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Flucan Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flucan

Is this Flucan habit forming or addictive?

Flucan is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flucan. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

No, the use of Flucan in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Flucan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flucan

Taking Flucan with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucan

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Flucan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flucan

Question about 5 years ago

Does Flucan treat balanitis?

Dr. Uday Nath Sahoo MBBS , Internal Medicine

Yes, Flucan can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.

Question over 5 years ago

How long can I safely take Flucan?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

Take Flucan as directed by your doctor. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or take it longer than prescribed.

Question almost 6 years ago

How does Flucan work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Flucan 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Flucan safe to use?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Yes, Flucan is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.