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Flucos, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet, Powder, Gel, Lotion. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Flucos has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Flucos depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Some other side effects of Flucos have been listed ahead. These side effects of Flucos are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Flucos's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flucos's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Flucos can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Flucos in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flucos contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Flucos have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flucos is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flucos 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 Flucos is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Flucos safe for pregnant women?
Flucos shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Flucos safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Flucos.
What is the effect of Flucos on the Kidneys?
Flucos may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Flucos on the Liver?
Flucos is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Flucos on the Heart?
Flucos may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Flucos 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 Flucos unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flucos habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flucos has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Flucos as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Flucos is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flucos for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flucos
It is safe to take Flucos with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucos
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Flucos and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Yes, Flucos is effectively used in the treatment of ringworm (tinea corporis). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea corporis.
Flucos 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.
Yes, Flucos 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, Flucos is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
No, Usually Flucos does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Flucos only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
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