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Flucos 150 Tablet is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections, Candidal Infection, Urinary Tract Infection. Flucos 150 Tablet also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Flucos 150 Tablet. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Flucos 150 Tablet side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Flucos 150 Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
It is also important to note that Flucos 150 Tablet has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Flucos 150 Tablet has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Flucos 150 Tablet related warnings section.
Flucos 150 Tablet is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease as it can result in adverse effects. The section on Flucos 150 Tablet contraindications lists all such conditions.
Besides this, Flucos 150 Tablet may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
You should also be aware that Flucos 150 Tablet is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Flucos 150 Tablet 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 Flucos 150 Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Flucos shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Flucos 150 Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can safely use Flucos.
What is the effect of Flucos 150 Tablet on the Kidneys?
Flucos may cause harmful effects on kidney. if you feel its having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Flucos 150 Tablet on the Liver?
Flucos is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Flucos 150 Tablet on the Heart?
Flucos may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Flucos 150 Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Flucos 150 Tablet habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Flucos 150 Tablet has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Flucos 150 Tablet as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Flucos 150 Tablet is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Flucos 150 Tablet for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Flucos 150 Tablet
It is safe to take Flucos 150 Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Flucos 150 Tablet
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Flucos 150 Tablet and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
Flucos can be taken orally or it can be also intravenously administered.
Yes, Flucos can treat balanitis (inflammation on the upper skin of penis). As per research, it has been found that medicine is safe and effective in the treatment of balanitis.
Discontinuation of Flucos on your own can cause unwanted side effects such as a headache, dizziness, stomach upset, and diarrhea. You are recommended to always consult a doctor before discontinuing this medicine.
Rarely, Flucos can cause irregular periods. However, if you're experiencing conditions such as leucorrhoea (whitish or yellowish vaginal discharge), menorrhagia (abnormally heavy bleeding at menstruation) and dysmenorrhea (Painful periods) after taking this medication. Inform your doctor and see a gynaecologist.
Yes, Flucos is widely used in the treatment of jock itch (tinea cruris). It is a prescription medicine so please consult your doctor before using this medication for tinea cruris.
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