Fungicip: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Fungicip Information

Fungicip is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Other than this, Fungicip has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The correct dosage of Fungicip 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Fungicip have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Fungicip 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.

In addition, Fungicip's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Safe for lactating mothers. In addition, Fungicip's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Fungicip related warnings section.

Fungicip 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 Fungicip are listed in the contraindications section below.

Drug reaction of Fungicip with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Fungicip, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

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

Fungicip Benefits & Uses

Fungicip 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)

Fungicip 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

Fungicip Related Warnings

Is the use of Fungicip safe for pregnant women?

Fungicip shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fungicip safe during breastfeeding?

Fungicip does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Fungicip on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Fungicip. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fungicip on the Liver?

Fungicip is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Fungicip on the Heart?

Fungicip is rarely harmful for the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fungicip with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Phenytoin

Moderate

Mild

Zidovudine

Fungicip Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fungicip

Is this Fungicip habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fungicip is addictive.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Fungicip as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Fungicip only as per medical advice.

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

No, Fungicip cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fungicip Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fungicip

Taking Fungicip with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Fungicip

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

Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Fungicip

Question almost 6 years ago

Can I take Fungicip without consulting a doctor?

Dr. Mayank Yadav MBBS , General Physician

Fungicip 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.

Question over 5 years ago

Is Fungicip nephrotoxic?

Dr. R.K Singh MBBS , Diabetology

No, Usually Fungicip does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Fungicip only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.

Question almost 6 years ago

Is Fungicip safe to use?

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

Yes, Fungicip is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor, however, few side effects are observed such as indigestion, stomach pain, diarrhea, and nausea.

Question over 5 years ago

Can Fungicip cause irregular period?

Dr. Roshni Poonja MBBS , General Physician, Internal Medicine

Rarely, Fungicip can cause irregular periods. However, if you're experiencing conditions such as leucorrhoea (whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge), menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding at menstruation) and dysmenorrhea (Painful periods) after taking this medication. Inform your doctor and see a gynaecologist.

Question about 6 years ago

What is Fungicip?

Dr. Haleema Yezdani MBBS , General Physician

Fungicip 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.