Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S

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About

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S belongs to a group of chemicals known as azoles and aids in reducing fungal infections such as oropharyngeal candidiasis,peritonitis,vaginal yeast infections,urinary tract infections and similar illnesses.Azoles work by altering the permeability of the fungal cell walls allowing the human body’s natural defenses to eliminate the infection. 

Dosage is entirely dependent upon the patient’s medical needs,age,weight and any adverse effects experienced by the patient.Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be used under the care and supervision of a doctor and for a specified period of time only.Usage of Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is not be stopped abruptly as that may lead to a recurrence of the ailment,therefore,patients are advised to not stop ingesting  Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S once they see or feel an improvement in their symptoms,which is likely to occur 2-3 weeks after starting treatment with Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S.

Mild side effects such as dizziness,headaches or stomach problems may be felt at the start of treatment with Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S,these adverse effects tend to resolve on their own in a few days time.Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is considered safe,to be prescribed to children and to breastfeeding women as there hasn’t been any reported evidence to suggest that Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S harms the infant,althought it should be ingested only under the care of a physician.Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant women.Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S should not be prescribed to patients with known sensitivity to Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S or other fungal medications.

Indications

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S can be used to treat:

• Oropharyngeal candidiasis 
• Cryptococcal meningitis 
• Vaginal candidiasis 
• Urinary tract infection  
• Peritonitis 
• Candidemia 
• Esophageal candidiasis 

How Does Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S Work

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S interferes with the synthesis of fungal cell membranes thereby altering the permeability of the cell wall of the microorganism.Therefore,the human body’s natural defenses are able to destroy the fungal infection.

How To Use Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested orally (by mouth) once daily or as directed by the doctor.It is advised to have Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S with food if it causes an upset stomach and with plenty of water to help ease the passage of the tablet in the stomach.The patient is advised to take the each dose at the same time each day,an alarm can be set to help patients remember.

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day.If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dose time or next day,do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested for a specific number of days determined by the physician depending on the patient’s illness and their response to treatment.It is imperative not to stop Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S earlier than the specified time as that may lead to a return of the infection.

Please note that any and all alcohol and marjuana consumption is to be reported to the doctor while undergoing treatment with Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S as they tend to make the patient dizzy and to feel faint.

Dosage

Adult Dosage

A tablet a day is most commonly prescribed to patients.Dosage largely depends on the patient’s medical condition and any adverse effects felt by the patient.

Child Dosage

Dosage for patients aged 18 years and below is entirely dependent upon their weight,age and medical condition.Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested by patients below 18 years of age,under the care and supervision of a physician. 

Elderly Dosage 

Elderly patients that are susceptible to kidney and liver problems,a lowered dose of Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S may be prescribed under the care and supervision of a physician.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S may be prescribed to pregnant women only when necessary and under the supervision of a physician.Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is found in breast milk in trace amounts and is therefore prescribed quite rarely to breastfeeding mothers.

Contraindications

Please tell your doctor if you have a history of any of the following before using Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S:

• Allergy to Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S or any other medicine or food substance 
• Non-fungal infections 
• Moderate to severe heart illnesses
• Moderate to severe kidney illnesses
• Moderate to severe liver illnesses 
• Skin disorders 

Precautions

Please tell your doctor about any of the following conditions before using Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S:

• Pregnant and lactating women 
• History of sexually transmitted disease
• Vaginal irritation 
• Elderly patients
• Mild to moderate heart illnesses
• Mild to moderate kidney illnesses
• Mild to moderate liver illnesses 

Interactions With Other Medications

Please tell your doctor about the use of the following before using Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S:

• Cytochrome P450 
• Clopidogrel 
• Certain antibiotics 
• Quinidine 
• Lomitapide 
• Flibanserin 
• Pimozide 
• Opioid analgesics 
• Antimalarial drugs 
• Oral contraceptives 
• Antiviral drugs 

Adverse Effects

Common Adverse Effects

Like most medicines,Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S has certain side effects which include:

• Headache 
• Dizziness 
• Stomach problems 
• Skin rash 
• Abdominal cramps 
• Fatigue

These effects tend to be mild and resolve in a few days of taking Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S.

Rare Adverse Effects

If any of the following adverse effects are seen or felt,the patient is advised to immediately contact their doctor.

• Allergic reaction
• Dark colored urine
• Weight loss 
• Arrhythmias 
• Fainting  

How To Cope With Some Of The Adverse Effects

• Fatigue- Patients experiencing this adverse effect, are advised to take deep breaths,intake tea or coffee,get a good night’s rest and not to overburden themselves for a few days.
• Headaches- In which case make sure you rest and drink plenty of fluids. Avoid the use of alcohol. Take a prescribed painkiller. Consult your doctor if the headaches last longer than a week or are severe
• Feeling or being sick (nausea or vomiting) or diarrhoea –Avoid eating rich or spicy food. It might help to take medication after food. If you’re sick, try drinking small, frequent sips of water. If you have diarrhoea, replenish with plenty of water or other fluids. 
• Feeling dizzy (lightheaded) or weak –If the medication makes you feel dizzy or weak, stop what you’re doing and sit or lie down until you feel better and do not rise too fast or immediately from a sitting or lying down position to a standing posture. Do not drive or use tools or machinery in case of any of these effects.
• Skin Rash- can be eased by applying soothing and healing lotions or creams such as calamine lotion/cream.Apply a cold compress to the rash helps reduce itchiness and redness caused by rash.An antihistamine (prescribed by a doctor) is also recommended as an effective way to combat any skin rash.

Key Facts About Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S

• Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is an antifungal 
• Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is prescribed to be taken once or twice a day
• Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is safe to be prescribed to patients under the age of 18 years 
• Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S may cause headaches,dizziness and stomach problems
• Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S may interfere with oral contraceptives 

FAQs

#1.HOW TO STORE Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be kept away from the reach of children,in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight and humidity as that tends to ruin certain drugs.

#2.CAN I TAKE Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy,especially in the third trimester of pregnancy.

#3.CAN Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S BE USED IF PATIENT IS HAVING FLU SYMPTOMS?

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is not deemed to be effective against viruses or bacterias as Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is an antifungal drug and therefore works on fungi to eliminate fungal infections.

#4.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

 In case of too much consumption by accident, kindly contact your doctor or nearby hospital straight away. The amount of medication that can result in severe side effects varies from person to person. An overdose results in slowing down of heart rate and difficulty breathing accompanied by dizziness and fainting spells.

#5.WHAT IF I MISS A DOSE OF Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

If you miss a dose of the medication, make sure you take it as soon as possible on that same day. If you don’t remember you missed the dose until the next dosage time or next day, do not double the dose and take your medication as per schedule.

#6.HOW IS Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is to be ingested orally (by mouth) once daily or as directed by the doctor.It is advised to have Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S with food if it causes an upset stomach and with plenty of water to help ease the passage of the tablet in the stomach.The patient is advised to take the each dose at the same time each day,an alarm can be set to help patients remember.

#7.HOW DOES Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S WORK?

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S interferes with the synthesis of fungal cell membranes thereby altering the permeability of the cell wall of the microorganism.Therefore,the human body’s natural defenses are able to destroy the fungal infection.

#8.WILL Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S AFFECT MY SEXUAL ACTIVITY?

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in libido.

#9.WHAT ARE COMMON SIDE EFFECTS CAUSED BY Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

• Headache 
• Dizziness 
• Stomach problems 
• Skin rash 
• Abdominal cramps 
• Fatigue

#10.WILL Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S AFFECT MY FERTILITY??

No,there isn’t sufficient evidence to suggest that patients experience a decrease in fertility.

#11.WHAT LAB TESTS WILL BE PRESCRIBED WHILE TREATMENT WITH Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S AND HOW OFTEN?

Kidney and liver function tests along with blood tests to keep check on serum potassium levels are advised to be done periodically along with an occasional ECG test to monitor the OT intervals of a beating heart.

#12.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE PAINKILLERS WHILE TAKING Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S?

Yes.Over the counter painkillers such as paracetamol are safe to be ingested along with Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S under the supervision of a doctor.

#13.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

Not all oral contraceptives are safe to be taken while undergoing treatment with Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S as certain oral contraceptives (birth control pills) may negatively  interact with Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S.

#14.CAN Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S CAUSE DIZZINESS? IF SO, HOW SHOULD I MANAGE IT?

Yes. It can cause dizziness as one of the most common side effects. If this happens, you should sit or lie down until the symptoms pass. However, please note this is temporary and usually goes away as the treatment continues. It is also advised to avoid the consumption of alcohol during the course of your treatment, as it may worsen the dizziness.

#15.HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO CONTINUE TAKING THE MEDICATION?

Flucon 50mg Capsule 10 ‘S is prescribed to be ingested for 2-3 weeks or as advised by your doctor.