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Floroxan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Floroxan also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Floroxan is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Floroxan side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Floroxan normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Floroxan is Severe for pregnant women and Safe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Floroxan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Floroxan related warnings section.
Floroxan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Floroxan in conditions like Liver Disease. Some other conditions that can be affected by Floroxan are listed in the contraindications section below.
Additionally, Floroxan may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Floroxan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Floroxan is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult(Female) |
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Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of Floroxan safe for pregnant women?
Floroxan shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Floroxan safe during breastfeeding?
Floroxan does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.
What is the effect of Floroxan on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Floroxan. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Floroxan on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Floroxan on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Floroxan on the Heart?
Floroxan is rarely harmful for the heart.
Floroxan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Floroxan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Floroxan habit forming or addictive?
Floroxan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Floroxan. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Floroxan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Floroxan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Floroxan
Taking Floroxan with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Floroxan
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Floroxan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
No, Floroxan is not an antibacterial drug. It is an antifungal drug and used to treat specific fungal infections only.
Yes, Floroxan can cause hair loss if taken for a long time. However, if you're experiencing hair loss after taking this drug for a short duration then inform your doctor without any further delay.
Occasionally, Floroxan causes constipation when it is taken orally, while the interavenous administration of the medication does not cause constipation or other stomach related issues.
Floroxan inhibit the fungal cytochrome P450 enzyme lanosterol 14- demethylase and thus block ergosterol synthesis leading to membrane abnormalities in the fungus. It kills the fungus by destroying its cell membrane.
No, ideally Floroxan is not used for treating eczema because it is not an antifungal infection. Please consult a doctor for the better medication options.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Diflucan® (fluconazole)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 793-794