Fluconazole (Fluka-150 for fungal infection)

Fluka 150 Tablet
Prescription: Required
MANUFACTURER: Cipla Ltd
SALT COMPOSITION: Fluconazole (150mg)
STORAGE: Store below 30°C

INTRODUCTION

Fluka 150 Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane thereby stopping the growth of fungi.

Fluka 150 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse. Avoid taking antacid treatments within one hour before or two hours after you take it.

The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, headache, and nausea. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Stop taking medicine and inform your doctor if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, dizziness, and nausea.

Do not take Fluka 150 Tablet if you are pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may monitor your liver function. This medicine may make you dizzy so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

USES OF FLUKA 150 TABLET: Fungal infections

BENEFITS OF FLUKA 150 TABLET

In Fungal infections
Fluka 150 Tablet is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi that causes the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body.

The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

SIDE EFFECTS OF FLUKA 150 TABLET

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.
Common side effects of Fluka 150 Tablet:

1. Headache
2. Nausea
3. Stomach pain

SAFETY ADVICE OF FLUKA 150 TABLET

Driving : UNSAFE
Fluka 150 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Fluka 150 Tablet may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney : UNSAFE
Fluka 150 Tablet is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

Liver : CAUTION
Fluka 150 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluka 150 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Fluka 150 Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.

Interaction with drugs

Taking Fluka with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects:

#1
Alfuzosin
Brand(s): Efzu, Alfuzee, Alfuflo
LIFE-THREATENING

#2
Amisulpride
Brand(s): Stozen, Sulpigold, Amisulide
LIFE-THREATENING

#3
Aripiprazole
Brand(s): Arifril, Biozol, Elrip
LIFE-THREATENING

#4
Chlorpromazine
Brand(s): Trinicalm Forte Tablet, Karzine
LIFE-THREATENING

#5
Haloperidol
Brand(s): Haldol
Use of Haloperidol and Fluconazole should be avoided at the same time. Fluconazole is expected to increase Haloperidol levels, which may result in potential life-threatening abnormal heart rate.
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