Diflucan
Generic name:fluconazole
Drug class:Immunomodulating
Active ingredient(s):Diflucan (fluconazole)
Dosage form(s):tabletDrug-LAN
Pharmacology:
Pharmacodynamics:It is an antifungal medicine with the effect of inhibiting the growth of fungi. Diflucan is used to treat a number of fungal infections. The active ingredient in the medicine is Fluconazole. Diflucan has an effect on the cell membrane of fungi which induces apoptosis. This effect is mainly responsible for its immunomodulating effects. The action of fluconazole on the fungal cells is mainly due to the inhibition of the synthesis of a membrane protein called antifungal protein 1 (Fur Famous Fluconazole, Fruzdak Fruz) by the action of the fungal cell membrane.
Mechanism of action:Diflucan belongs to the class of azole antifungals. Diflucan is an antifungal medicine that belongs to the fluconazole group of medicines.
Pharmacokinetics:The drug is cleared by the kidneys. The drug is absorbed by the body. The clearance of the drug is about 2.0 ml/kg/min. The body weight of the patients is about 10% to 20% of the body weight.
Efficacy:The efficacy of Diflucan in the treatment of systemic candidiasis is well-tolerated and very few patients have adverse events. The safety of the drug is poor and no adverse events have been reported.
Clinical Studies:In clinical trials in healthy subjects with candidiasis there has been no clinical adverse events. In patients with systemic candidiasis, there have been few adverse events.
Interactions:There have been some reports of increased Diflucan exposure in patients taking other medications and some of the drugs have some possible interactions with fluconazole.
Warnings and Precautions:If you are allergic to any of the ingredients of the medicine, you should not take fluconazole. There may be an increased risk of developing a serious allergic reaction to fluconazole.
This product may contain ingredients that may interact with fluconazole. If you have any questions about your Medication, contact your doctor or pharmacist.Important Information:Tell your doctor if you have allergies to any other medicines, foods, dyes, or preservatives. This is especially important for people with kidney problems or a history of allergic reactions to fluconazole.
The effectiveness of Diflucan in treating systemic candidiasis has not been confirmed in controlled studies. Diflucan should not be used by women or children, and it should not be used by people who are pregnant or trying to become pregnant. Diflucan should not be used by women or children, and it should not be used by people who are allergic to fluconazole. Diflucan may not be effective for people with a family history of systemic candidiasis or a history of drug allergies.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
This product may contain ingredients that may make birth defects or birth defects in your unborn baby easier to pass to a developing baby. Birth defects can occur in an unborn baby if the baby has a defective developing end of a blood vessel. If you are planning to have a baby, you should not use this product if you plan to have a child later in life.If you are planning to have a baby later in life, you should not use this product if you plan to have a child later in life.Thrush is a fungal infection, commonly caused by a type of yeast called candida. Although candida is naturally present in the body, an imbalance can trigger thrush symptoms. Fluconazole 150mg (also known as Diflucan and other brand names) kills certain types of fungi and restores your body's natural balance.
Fluconazole treatment for thrush is simple - just one capsule to be swallowed with a glass of water. You can take this medicine at any time of day, with or without a meal.
Women taking fluconazole should see an improvement within a few days. Some women will notice improvement in 24 hours.
For men, the condition can take a little longer to clear up. The symptoms should clear up within a few days, although this can take up to a week.
If your condition hasn't cleared up within one week, you should consult a doctor.
Thrush is an infection which can occur without sexual contact, so it is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, the infection can be passed on during sex, so it is recommended that you should not have sex until the infection has cleared up.
If you regularly suffer from thrush, then it's advisable that both you and your partner have thrush treatment at the same time.
Taking too much can make you unwell, so contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately if you take more than you should.
As with any medicine, there are side effects. Although a serious allergic reaction to fluconazole is rare. Common side effects (occurring in one in ten patients) include nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, wind, rash and headache. However, these side effects are usually mild and don't tend to last long. If symptoms persist, or are particularly severe, contact your doctor.
A full list of side effects is available in the manufacturer's.
You should not take fluconazole while you are pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
Do not take fluconazole if you've ever had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients or any other medicines which you have taken to treat a fungal infection.
Tell your doctor before taking fluconazole if:
Tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking, or have recently taken before taking fluconazole.
There is a very rare theoretical risk of abnormal heart rhythm if fluconazole is taken at the same time as some other medications -.
The Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) is the leaflet included in the pack with a medicine and must be read before taking the medicine. It is written for patients and gives information about taking or using a medicine.
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This product is a combination of two medicines, fluconazole (Lanox) and diflucan (Zyaz). These two drugs are used to treat fungal infections. It is important to know that both medicines are safe and effective when taken together as recommended by your doctor.
Diflucan (Zyaz) is used to treat fungal infections of the vagina, liver and kidney. Diflucan is a white crystalline powder. It has the following inactive ingredients: a lactose, magnesium stearate, croscarmellose sodium, microcrystalline cellulose, pregelatinized starch, povidone, talc, titanium dioxide.
This is an oral tablet. The recommended dose is 30 mg daily. If you are not sure what to do, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
The usual dose of fluconazole is 250 mg every 8 hours for 3 days. It is important to take the fluconazole dose at the same time every day as prescribed by your doctor. Take fluconazole at the same time every day. Take fluconazole at the same time each day. Your doctor will tell you how many times a day and what day of the week you should take fluconazole.
You can take fluconazole 30 minutes before bedtime, 1 hour before bedtime. The fluconazole dose can be increased to 40 mg daily. If your doctor has prescribed fluconazole 40 mg daily, your dose will be increased to 400 mg daily.
You should swallow fluconazole capsules whole with a glass of water. You may have to take the capsules every day.
Diflucan should be taken with or without food. Do not take the fluconazole tablet before or after food. You should continue to take fluconazole tablet without chewing.
You should stop taking fluconazole tablet after 3 days. If you still have nausea, you should continue to take fluconazole tablet after 3 days. Do not take the fluconazole tablet with other medicines, like warfarin.
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or may take any other medicines. You should tell your doctor if you are taking, have taken, or might take any other medicines. Your doctor will do a blood test before and during the treatment of your infection to check if fluconazole is working well enough.
The doctor may occasionally change the dose of fluconazole, which can be increased by a few grams. The dose of fluconazole you are taking will depend on your age, weight, type of infection, your medical history, your condition and whether you take other medicines. You should discuss the risks and benefits of taking fluconazole with your doctor. It is best to discuss this medicine with your doctor before you take fluconazole.
Diflucan is not indicated in children under the age of 8 years. It is not safe for use in children under 8 years of age.
This medicine is available only with a doctor’s prescription.
Diflucan is a prescription medicine. Do not use the medicine if you are not a regular user of this medicine. Use this medicine as you would any other prescription medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. There may be a slight difference in the effect of different medicines on your body. For more details, read the leaflet included in your order before you place your order.
Show MoreDiflucan (Lanox) is used to treat fungal infections of the vagina, liver and kidney, or to treat the symptoms of cystic fibrosis. It is a prescription medicine. It is available only with a doctor’s prescription.Thrush is a fungal infection, commonly caused by a type of yeast called candida. Although candida is naturally present in the body, an imbalance can trigger thrush symptoms. Fluconazole 150mg (also known as Diflucan and other brand names) kills certain types of fungi and restores your body's natural balance.
Fluconazole treatment for thrush is simple - just one capsule to be swallowed with a glass of water. You can take this medicine at any time of day, with or without a meal.
Women taking fluconazole should see an improvement within a few days. Some women will notice improvement in 24 hours.
For men, the condition can take a little longer to clear up. The symptoms should clear up within a few days, although this can take up to a week.
If your condition hasn't cleared up within one week, you should consult a doctor.
Thrush is an infection which can occur without sexual contact, so it is not a sexually transmitted disease. However, the infection can be passed on during sex, so it is recommended that you should not have sex until the infection has cleared up.
If you regularly suffer from thrush, then it's advisable that both you and your partner have thrush treatment at the same time.
Taking too much can make you unwell, so contact your doctor or nearest hospital immediately if you take more than you should.
As with any medicine, there are side effects. Although a serious allergic reaction to fluconazole is rare. Common side effects (occurring in one in ten patients) include nausea, stomach discomfort, diarrhoea, wind, rash and headache. However, these side effects are usually mild and don't tend to last long. If symptoms persist, or are particularly severe, contact your doctor.
A full list of side effects is available in the manufacturer's.
You should not take fluconazole while you are pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
Do not take fluconazole if you've ever had an allergic reaction to any of its ingredients or any other medicines which you have taken to treat a fungal infection.
Tell your doctor before taking fluconazole if:
Tell your doctor about any other medicines you are taking, or have recently taken before taking fluconazole.
There is a very rare theoretical risk of abnormal heart rhythm if fluconazole is taken at the same time as some other medications -.
The Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) is the leaflet included in the pack with a medicine and must be read before taking the medicine. It is written for patients and gives information about taking or using a medicine.
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