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Flucosyn 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 Flucosyn have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Flucosyn depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Flucosyn have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Flucosyn go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Flucosyn's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Flucosyn's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Flucosyn since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Flucosyn contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Flucosyn may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flucosyn is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flucosyn 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 Flucosyn safe for pregnant women?
Flucosyn should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Flucosyn safe during breastfeeding?
Flucosyn is completely safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Flucosyn on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Flucosyn. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Flucosyn on the Liver?
Flucosyn is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Flucosyn on the Heart?
Flucosyn has very mild side effects on the heart.
Flucosyn 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 Flucosyn unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flucosyn habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flucosyn has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Flucosyn. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Flucosyn should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flucosyn for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flucosyn
Taking Flucosyn with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucosyn
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Flucosyn and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Discontinuation of Flucosyn on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as a headache, dizziness, stomach upset, and diarrhea. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Yes, Flucosyn 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.
Yes, Flucosyn 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.
Flucosyn 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.
Occasionally, Flucosyn causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.
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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
