Flutican 150 Tablet: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Flutican 150 Tablet Information

Flutican 150 Tablet 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 Flutican 150 Tablet have also been explained below.

The right dosage of Flutican 150 Tablet 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flutican 150 Tablet can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Flutican 150 Tablet are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Flutican 150 Tablet's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Flutican 150 Tablet related warnings talks about Flutican 150 Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Flutican 150 Tablet is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flutican 150 Tablet are listed in the contraindications section below.

Additionally, Flutican 150 Tablet may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Flutican 150 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Flutican 150 Tablet Benefits & Uses

Flutican 150 Tablet 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)

Flutican 150 Tablet 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

Flutican 150 Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Flutican 150 Tablet is used -

Severe

Angioedema
Anaphylactic reaction
Seizures (uncontrollable jerking of limbs)
Steven-johnsons syndrome

Moderate

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Hepatitis

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Dyspepsia
Dry Mouth
Headache

Flutican 150 Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Flutican 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Flutican. If you are pregnant, do not take Flutican without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Flutican 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

Flutican is safe for breastfeeding women.

Safe
What is the effect of Flutican 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Flutican. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Flutican 150 Tablet on the Liver?

Flutican is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Flutican 150 Tablet on the Heart?

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

Mild

Severe Interaction of Flutican 150 Tablet with Other Drugs

Flutican 150 Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Flutican 150 Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flutican 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Flutican 150 Tablet

Is this Flutican 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Flutican 150 Tablet is addictive.

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

After taking Flutican 150 Tablet you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Flutican 150 Tablet only as per medical advice.

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

No, Flutican 150 Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Flutican 150 Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Flutican 150 Tablet

Taking Flutican 150 Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Flutican 150 Tablet

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Flutican 150 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Flutican 150 Tablet

Question over 5 years ago

is Flutican steroid?

Dr. Sameer Awadhiya MBBS , Pediatrics

No, Flutican is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.

Question over 5 years ago

Does Flutican cause hair loss?

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

Yes, Flutican 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Flutican good for treating ringworm?

Dr. , General Physician

Yes, Flutican 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.

Question almost 6 years ago

How long can I safely take Flutican?

Dr. Kishan Barnwal MBBS , General Physician

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

Question about 6 years ago

How does Flutican work?

Dr. Manoj Meena MBBS , General Physician

Flutican 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.