Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S

About

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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.Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is to be used under the care and supervision of a doctor and for a specified period of time only.Usage of Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is not be stopped abruptly as that may lead to a recurrence of the ailment,therefore,patients are advised to not stop ingesting  Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S once they see or feel an improvement in their symptoms,which is likely to occur 2-3 weeks after starting treatment with Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S.

Mild side effects such as dizziness,headaches or stomach problems may be felt at the start of treatment with Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S,these adverse effects tend to resolve on their own in a few days time.Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is considered safe,to be prescribed to children and to breastfeeding women as there hasn't been any reported evidence to suggest that Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S harms the infant,althought it should be ingested only under the care of a physician.Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is deemed unsafe to be prescribed to pregnant women.Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S should not be prescribed to patients with known sensitivity to Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S or other fungal medications.

Indications

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S can be used to treat:

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

How Does Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S Work

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is to be ingested orally (by mouth) once daily or as directed by the doctor.It is advised to have Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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.Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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.Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S may be prescribed under the care and supervision of a physician.

Pregnancy Use And Lactation

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S may be prescribed to pregnant women only when necessary and under the supervision of a physician.Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S:

• Allergy to Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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,Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S

• Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is an antifungal 
• Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is prescribed to be taken once or twice a day
• Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is safe to be prescribed to patients under the age of 18 years 
• Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S may cause headaches,dizziness and stomach problems
• Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S may interfere with oral contraceptives 

FAQs

#1.HOW TO STORE Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S?

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S DURING MY PREGNANCY?

No,Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is deemed unsafe to be ingested during pregnancy,especially in the third trimester of pregnancy.

#3.CAN Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S BE USED IF PATIENT IS HAVING FLU SYMPTOMS?

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is not deemed to be effective against viruses or bacterias as Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is an antifungal drug and therefore works on fungi to eliminate fungal infections.

#4.WHAT IF I TAKE TOO MUCH OF Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S SUPPOSED TO BE TAKEN?

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is to be ingested orally (by mouth) once daily or as directed by the doctor.It is advised to have Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S WORK?

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S?

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

#10.WILL Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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 Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S?

Yes.Over the counter painkillers such as paracetamol are safe to be ingested along with Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S under the supervision of a doctor.

#13.IS IT SAFE TO HAVE Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S ALONG WITH ORAL CONTRACEPTIVES?

Not all oral contraceptives are safe to be taken while undergoing treatment with Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S as certain oral contraceptives (birth control pills) may negatively  interact with Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S.

#14.CAN Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 '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?

Diflucan 150mg Capsule 1 'S is prescribed to be ingested for 2-3 weeks or as advised by your doctor.