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Fz is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Fz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Fz 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, Fz can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Fz are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fz is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Fz related warnings talks about Fz's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease must refrain from the use of Fz since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Fz contraindications section.
Besides this, Fz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Fz is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Fz 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 Fz safe for pregnant women?
FZ can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Fz safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use FZ.
What is the effect of Fz on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking FZ. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Fz on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of FZ on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Fz on the Heart?
Side effects of FZ rarely affect the heart.
Fz 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 Fz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Fz habit forming or addictive?
Fz does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fz. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Fz only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Fz cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Fz
Taking Fz with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Fz
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Fz with alcohol will be.
FZ 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.
No, Usually FZ does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take FZ only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
No, FZ is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.
No, FZ is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of drug known as triazoles.
Yes, FZ 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.
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