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Flucan 150 Capsule is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Capsule. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Flucan 150 Capsule has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flucan 150 Capsule. 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.
While these are the most often observed Flucan 150 Capsule side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Flucan 150 Capsule normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Flucan 150 Capsule's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Flucan 150 Capsule related warnings talks about Flucan 150 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Flucan 150 Capsule can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Flucan 150 Capsule in conditions like Liver Disease. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Flucan 150 Capsule contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Flucan 150 Capsule have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Flucan 150 Capsule is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flucan 150 Capsule 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 Flucan 150 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Flucan (Bombay) can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Flucan 150 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Flucan (Bombay) does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Flucan 150 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Flucan (Bombay) can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Flucan 150 Capsule on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Flucan (Bombay) on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Flucan 150 Capsule on the Heart?
Flucan (Bombay) is rarely harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flucan 150 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flucan 150 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flucan 150 Capsule 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 Flucan 150 Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Flucan 150 Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flucan 150 Capsule for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flucan 150 Capsule
You can take Flucan 150 Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucan 150 Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flucan 150 Capsule with alcohol will be.
No, Usually Flucan (Bombay) does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Flucan (Bombay) only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
Flucan (Bombay) can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.
Flucan (Bombay) 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.
Flucan (Bombay) 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.
Rarely, Flucan (Bombay) can cause stomach upset especially when it is intravenously administered (route injectible). On the contrary, oral administration of Flucan (Bombay) has been reported to cause stomach upset such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea. Keep your doctor informed in case you are experiencing stomach disturbances while taking this drug.
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