Uses / Indications:
Funzi IT Dusting Powder is used in the treatment of fungal infections. It is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth or vagina (thrush), skin and other parts of the body such as finger and toenails.
Pregnancy interaction:
Funzi IT Dusting Powder may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.
Expert advice:
Your doctor has prescribed Funzi it to cure your infection and improve symptoms. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Do not take it with any heartburn medications - especially proton pump inhibitors and H2 blockers. Requires an acidic pH for absorption. Hence, take it with a full meal for best results. Notify your doctor if you have taken steroids recently.
Side Effects:
Nausea, Abdominal pain, Skin rash, Increased liver enzymes.
How to use:
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area before application and do not rub.
How it works:
Funzi IT Dusting Powder 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 Funzi it used for? : Funzi it is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of skin, mouth, eyes, nails, vagina and other internal organs.|Is Funzi it an antibiotic? : Funzi it is an anti-fungal antibiotic. It is useful in treating infections caused by fungi, but not by bacteria, viruses or parasites.|Is Funzi it safe? : Yes, Funzi it is safe if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.|Is Funzi it a steroid? : No, Funzi it is not a steroid. It is an antifungal medicine which belongs to the class of triazoles.|Is Funzi it stronger than fluconazole? : Funzi it is effective against a much wider range of fungal infections as compared to fluconazole. However, both drugs are equally effective and safe if used for same infections.|Can I take Funzi it with paracetamol? : There are no known drug interactions between Funzi it and paracetamol if taken together. However, interaction can occur. Consult your doctor about all medications that you are currently taking before starting Funzi it.|Can I take Funzi it with amoxicillin or penicillin? : There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Funzi it when taken with amoxicillin or penicillin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.|Does Funzi it affect the action of oral contraceptives (birth control pills)? : There are no known interactions of Funzi it with oral contraceptives (birth control pills). However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor if you are asked to take Funzi it and you are already taking oral contraceptives.|Does Funzi it treat ringworm (dermatophytoses)? : Yes, Funzi it is used to treat ringworm (known as dermatophytoses e.g. tinea pedis, tinea cruris, tinea corporis, tinea manuum).|Does Funzi it cause an increase in blood pressure? : An increase in blood pressure has been seen with Funzi it in some studies. However, this is not a very common side effect. Please consult your doctor in case you have a history of high blood pressure or you are experiencing high blood pressure after taking Funzi it.|Does Funzi it cause erectile dysfunction? : Yes, Funzi it can rarely cause erectile dysfunction (erection problems). Please consult your doctor if you experience this problem.|Does Funzi it cause weight gain? : Weight gain has not been reported as an adverse effect with Funzi it. However, if you experience unexpected weight gain with Funzi it, this could be an indication of an underlying heart problem. Consult your doctor immediately as Funzi it can make your heart problem worse.|Is Funzi it a sulfa drug? : No, Funzi it is not a sulfa drug. It is an azole derivative antifungal medicine.|Does Funzi it cause drowsiness (feeling sleepy)? : Drowsiness (feeling sleepy) has not been reported as a side effect of Funzi it. However, in case you feel very sleepy while taking Funzi it, you must consult your doctor. Dizziness (feeling of fainting) has been reported as a side effect with Funzi it |Does Funzi it cause hair loss? : Hair loss (alopecia) is reported as a side effect of Funzi it in the postmarketing studies. Please consult your doctor in case you experience hair loss while taking Funzi it.|Does Funzi it kill candida? : Yes, Funzi it has been shown to be active against candida and is indicated for the treatment of the infections caused by candida. It is indicated for the treatment of oropharyngeal candidasis.|Does Funzi it work for nail fungus (dermatophytoses)? : Yes, Funzi it does work for the nail fungus known as dermatophytoses (tinea unguium). Consult your doctor before starting Funzi it for any infection and you must take the medicine for as long as it is prescribed by the doctor. Do not stop the medicine until told by your doctor.|Does Funzi it have penicillin in it? : No, Funzi it does not have penicillin in it.|Does Funzi it make you tired? : Funzi it does not make you tired. In case you feel very tired while taking Funzi it, please talk to your doctor immediately as it may be due to an underlying liver problem or a heart condition with fluids in your lungs.|Can I take Funzi it with aspirin? : There are no clinically observed drug interactions between Funzi it when taken with aspirin. Please talk to your doctor in case you are taking the two medicines together.
Medicine interaction:
Not Available
