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Futiza is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Secondary and off-label uses of Futiza have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Futiza 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Futiza side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Futiza 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.
Futiza's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Safe while nursing. Further, the section on Futiza related warnings talks about Futiza's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Futiza is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Futiza contraindications section.
Drug reaction of Futiza with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Futiza is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Futiza 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 Futiza safe for pregnant women?
Futiza has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Futiza without medical advice.
Is the use of Futiza safe during breastfeeding?
Futiza does not show any side effects in breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Futiza on the Kidneys?
Futiza 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 Futiza on the Liver?
Futiza is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Futiza on the Heart?
Side effects of Futiza rarely affect the heart.
Futiza 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 Futiza unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Futiza habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Futiza has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Futiza, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Futiza can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Futiza only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Futiza cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Futiza
It is safe to take Futiza with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Futiza
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Futiza with alcohol will be.
Futiza can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.
No, ideally Futiza is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
Futiza 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.
Occasionally, Futiza causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.
No, Usually Futiza does not cause nephrotoxicity. But as per FDA reports patients above 65 years have exhibited acute renal failure hence elderly patients should take Futiza only when prescribed. However, the exact mechanism of renal failure associated with this drug is not yet known.
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