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

Flucona Information

Flucona is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. The alternative uses of Flucona have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Flucona depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flucona can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Flucona go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Flucona has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flucona related warnings talks about Flucona's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Flucona since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flucona are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Flucona may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Flucona is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

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

Flucona Benefits & Uses

Flucona 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 (Read More - From Turmeric to Aloe Vera : How to Manage Skin Infections with Home Remedies)
Vaginal Yeast Infection
Thrush
Vulvitis
Penile Yeast Infection (Read More - How to Treat Penis Infections with Simple Home Remedies)

Flucona 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

Flucona Related Warnings

Is the use of Flucona safe for pregnant women?

Flucona can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Flucona safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women can safely use Flucona.

Safe
What is the effect of Flucona on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Flucona. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flucona on the Liver?

Flucona may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flucona on the Heart?

Flucona may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flucona with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Flucona Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flucona

Is this Flucona habit forming or addictive?

Flucona is not addictive in nature.

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

No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Flucona can make you feel drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Flucona 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 Flucona for mental disorders.

No

Flucona Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flucona

Taking Flucona with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucona

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Flucona with alcohol.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flucona

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flucona treat eczema?

Dr. Surender Kumar MBBS , General Physician

No, ideally Flucona is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Flucona cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Flucona can cause irregular periods. However, if you're experiencing conditions such as leucorrhoea (whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge), menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding at menstruation) and dysmenorrhea (Painful periods) after taking this medication. Inform your doctor and see a gynaecologist.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Flucona?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Flucona is a brand name of fluconazole. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of antifungal medications. It is used to treat fungal infections such as vaginal candidiasis (yeast infection of the vagina), oral thrush etc.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flucona cause hair loss?

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

Yes, Flucona can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.