Uses / Indications:
Fluzon 100mg Tablet is used in the treatment of fungal infections.
Pregnancy interaction:
Fluzon 100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Your doctor has prescribed Fluzon to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Side Effects:
Nausea, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Increased liver enzymes.
How to use:
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fluzon 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How it works:
Fluzon 100mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It stops the growth of fungus by preventing them from forming their own protective covering which is required for their survival in the human.
Faq for medicine:
What is Fluzon used for? : Fluzon is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush – infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.Fluzon capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).|Can Fluzon be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills? : Fluzon has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Fluzon also.|Can Fluzon be taken with azithromycin? : Yes, Fluzon can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.|Can Fluzon cause hair loss? : Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Fluzon. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Fluzon.|Is Fluzon a steroid? : Fluzon is not a steroid. Fluzon belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.|Is Fluzon an antibiotic? : Fluzon is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.|Is Fluzon safe? : Fluzon is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.|Is Fluzon fungistatic or fungicidal? : Fluzon is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.|Is Fluzon over the counter (OTC)? : Fluzon is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.|Can I take Fluzon with ciprofloxacin? : Fluzon can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Fluzon with metronidazole? : Fluzon can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Fluzon with probiotics? : Fluzon can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Fluzon with clarithromycin? : Clarithromycin and Fluzon both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Fluzon with omeprazole? : Fluzon can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Fluzon with citalopram? : Fluzon can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Fluzon with cetirizine? : Fluzon can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Can I take Fluzon with erythromycin? : Use of Fluzon and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Fluzon and erythromycin is not recommended at all.|Can I take Fluzon with nitrofurantoin? : Fluzon can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.|Does Fluzon work? : Fluzon works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.|Does Fluzon treat bacterial vaginosis? : Fluzon does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fluzon is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).|Does Fluzon treat urinary tract infection (UTI)? : Fluzon is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.|Does Fluzon make you tired? : Fluzon can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Fluzon as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Fluzon can affect your liver.|Does Fluzon contain penicillin? : Fluzon does not contain penicillin. Fluzon belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.|Does Fluzon have sulfa in it? : Fluzon does not contain sulfur. Fluzon belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.|Does Fluzon treat chlamydia? : Fluzon does not treat Chlamydia. Fluzon is used for the treatment of fungal infections.|Can I take Fluzon for yeast infection? : Fluzon is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.
Medicine interaction:
Fluzon with Tamsulosin|Fluzon with Clozapine|Fluzon with Risperidone|Fluzon with Alfuzosin|Fluzon with Ebastine|Fluzon with Reboxetine|Fluzon with Zotepine|Fluzon with Haloperidol|Fluzon with Iloperidone|Fluzon with Terazosin|Fluzon with Cilostazol|Fluzon with Paliperidone|Fluzon with Trifluoperazine|Fluzon with Nicergoline|Fluzon with Loxapine|Fluzon with Flupenthixol|Fluzon with Prazosin|Fluzon with Amisulpride|Fluzon with Lercanidipine|Fluzon with Pimozide|Fluzon with Naftopidil|Fluzon with Levosulpiride|Fluzon with Eplerenone|Fluzon with Penfluridol|Fluzon with Thioridazine|Fluzon with Blonanserin|Fluzon with Fluphenazine|Fluzon with Aripiprazole|Fluzon with Doxazosin|Fluzon with Sulpiride|Fluzon with Bosentan|Fluzon with Tolterodine|Fluzon with Phenoxybenzamine|Fluzon with Olanzapine|Fluzon with Quetiapine|Fluzon with Chlorpromazine|Fluzon with Silodosin|Fluzon with Azithromycin
