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Fluconazole
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Pronounced: (floo-KOE-na-zole)
Other Names: None Listed
Catagory: Antifungal |
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Drug InformationFluconazole is used to treat fungus infections in certain areas of the body.
Mechanism:
This medicine works by damaging cell walls and inhibiting essential enzymes that fungal cells need to survive.
More Info:
For more information about this medicine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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Side Effectsnausea, abdominal pain
Precautions:
If your symptoms get worse or Do NOT get better after several days, contact your doctor.
Preganant:
If you are or plan on becoming pregnant, talk to your doctor about the benefits versus the risks of using this medicine while pregnant. For nursing mothers, this medicine is excreted in breast milk. If you plan to breast feed, talk to your doctor first.
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Dosage InformationFollow the directions given to you by your doctor or pharmacist. Fungal infections may return if you don’t take the medicine as long as you are supposed to. This medicine can be taken with or without food or milk. Avoid grapefruit juice. The tablet may be crushed if necessary.
Missed Dosage:
Take your next dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double doses.
Storage:
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture (not in the bathroom). Throw away any medication that is outdated or no longer needed.
Overdose:
Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center at 1-800-222-1222.
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