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Fumycin is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Fumycin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Fumycin 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. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fumycin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fumycin 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.
It is also important to note that Fumycin has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Fumycin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Fumycin is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Fumycin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Fumycin with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Fumycin, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Fumycin 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 Fumycin safe for pregnant women?
Fumycin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Fumycin safe during breastfeeding?
Fumycin is safe for breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Fumycin on the Kidneys?
Fumycin 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 Fumycin on the Liver?
Side effects of Fumycin rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Fumycin on the Heart?
Side effects of Fumycin rarely affect the heart.
Fumycin 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 Fumycin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fumycin habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Fumycin.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fumycin. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fumycin only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Fumycin for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Fumycin
Taking Fumycin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fumycin
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Fumycin.
Fumycin 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.
Yes, Fumycin safe for babies. It is used to treat several types of fungal diseases in infants. However, it is best to inform the doctor if your baby experiences any allergic symptoms after using this medication.
Fumycin 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.
Yes, Fumycin 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, Fumycin 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.
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