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Flucan 200 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Flucan 200 Capsule have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Flucan 200 Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Flucan 200 Capsule can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Flucan 200 Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Flucan 200 Capsule is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Flucan 200 Capsule'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 Flucan 200 Capsule since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Flucan 200 Capsule are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Flucan 200 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Flucan 200 Capsule is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Flucan 200 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 200 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 200 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Flucan (Bombay) does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Flucan 200 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 200 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 200 Capsule on the Heart?
Flucan (Bombay) is rarely harmful for the heart.
Flucan 200 Capsule 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 Flucan 200 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flucan 200 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flucan 200 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 200 Capsule as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Flucan 200 Capsule should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flucan 200 Capsule for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flucan 200 Capsule
You can take Flucan 200 Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucan 200 Capsule
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Flucan 200 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