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.
Fluconazole is used to treat serious fungal or yeast infections, including vaginal candidiasis, oropharyngeal candidiasis (thrush, oral thrush), esophageal candidiasis (candida esophagitis), other candida infections (including urinary tract infections, peritonitis [inflammation of the lining of the stomach], and infections that may occur in different parts of the body), or fungal (cryptococcal) meningitis. It is also used in children on life support called extracorporeal membrane oxygenation (ECMO). This medicine works by killing the fungus or yeast, or preventing its growth. Fluconazole is also used to prevent candidiasis in patients having bone marrow transplants who receive cancer or radiation treatment.
Direction to Use:
DIFLUCAN® ONE is administered orally. Use in AdultsFor vaginal candidiasis, fluconazole 150 mg (DIFLUCAN® ONE) should beadministered as a single oral dose. The median time to onset of symptom relief following a 150 mg single oral dose for thetreatment of vaginal candidiasis is one day. The range of time to onset of symptomrelief is one hour to nine days. Use in ChildrenSingle dose fluconazole is not recommended for use in children under 18 years of ageexcept under doctor supervision.
Side Effects
Common fluconazole side effects include nausea, headache, and stomach pain. Diarrhea is also possible. Mild side effects tend to resolve on their own or go away when you finish your treatment course. Serious fluconazole side effects such as skin rash, liver damage, and heart rhythm changes are also possible
References:WARNING: Do not takefluconazole if you are taking a monoamine oxidase inhibitor (MAOI) such as phenobarbital. Take fluconazole as directed by your doctor. Do not take a double dose of fluconazole to make up for a missing dose. Double up the dose to make up for a single dose. Use with caution in patients with a hypersensitivity to any of the active ingredients. Consult your doctor before taking fluconazole with any other drugs you are taking.
ispershed "fluconazole" on high fructose dietFor adults who cannot swallow pills, IUDs and IVF have been known to cause stomach bleeding and can cause serious problems if used in children. Consult your doctor for the best time you can provide. Fluconazole is not recommended for use in pregnant and breast feeding women unless necessary. Fluconazole may cause a condition that requires immediate medical attention, especially in the elderly. Your doctor will prescribe a higher dose if needed.Seek medical help immediately if you have symptoms of a serious skin reaction, including severe stomach pain, loss of appetite, or dark-colored urine. Symptoms of a serious skin reaction may include fever, stiff neck, general ill feeling or blistering; red or bloody skin with erythema aplasia; and rash, usually starting on your skin, with a few redness and swelling of the face, neck, and chest.
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Diflucan 150mg Tablet is used to treat the following common fungal infections:
Pityriasis versicolor (often called the black-legged disease), which is a fungal skin infection in children known as pityriasis versicolor.
Pityriasis versicolor is an oral fungal infection, which is caused by the fungusPityrosporum rubrum.
It is most commonly found on the mouth, throat, and lips.
Diflucan 150mg Tablet is usually taken once or twice a day at the same time each day for 5 days.
Do not take it for longer than directed. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take two doses at the same time.
This medication is not available in immediate release forms.
This medicine can be taken with or without food.
Common side effects of this medicine include:
Allergic reactions:
It may be necessary to have you see some improvement in symptoms for which this medicine is prescribed.
Severe allergic reactions:
You should also be told that any side effects are unlikely to be related to this medicine.
Sudden decrease or loss of hearing:
The effects of this medicine on hearing are reversible when you stop taking this medicine. If you have decreased hearing, you may also have an increased risk of a sudden decrease or loss of hearing.
The effects of this medicine on vision are reversible when you stop taking this medicine. If you have vision changes, you may need to stop taking this medicine.
Chest pain:
This medicine can make you feel dizzy or lightheaded. You can feel any sensation of warmth in the chest, or nausea, as well as some pain in the arms and legs. This will decrease the chance of experiencing this side effect.
Rash:
The effects of this medicine on blood tests, such as the test for elevated liver function, may be increased. You may need to stop taking this medicine. You can stop using this medicine at any time.
Dizziness and lightheadedness:
This medicine can make you feel drowsy or lightheaded. You can feel any sensation of dizziness, lightheadedness, or dizziness as well as some dizziness, lightheadedness, or light fainting.
The effects of this medicine on vision are reversible when you stop using this medicine.
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.
Fluconazole 150mg Tablets is an anti-fungal medicine which is used to treat certain types of infections which are listed below by manufacturer's information.
type of infection:Thrushor other thrush
sign:Tastes different kind of pain or thrush.
form:Pill with discharge.
side effects:Common side effects (five in every 100 patients) -nause, vomiting, back muscle pain, dizziness, sleepiness, flushing
gesture:You should call your doctor if you have breast tissue or a vein near your breast tissue.
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