Diflucan Information:
IMPORTANT
NOTE: The
following information is intended to supplement, not
substitute for, the expertise and judgment of your physician,
pharmacist or other healthcare professional. It should
not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is
safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your
healthcare professional before using this drug.
FLUCONAZOLE - ORAL (flew-CON-uh-zole)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S): Diflucan
USES: This medication is an antifungal agent
used to treat infections in certain areas of the body
caused by yeast and yeast-like organisms.
HOW TO USE: This medication works best when the
amount of medicine in your body is kept at a constant
level. Do this by taking the medication at evenly spaced
intervals. Take as directed since different conditions
require different methods of use. This drug is usually
taken once daily. Another dosing method involves taking
the drug for one week per month until treatment is completed.
Continue to take this medication until the full prescribed
amount is finished even if symptoms disappear after
a few days. Stopping the medication too early may allow
the yeast to continue to grow resulting in a relapse
of the infection.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause stomach
upset, loss of appetite, altered taste, diarrhea, nausea,
headache or dizziness during the first few days as your
body adjusts to the medication. If these symptoms persist
or become severe, inform your doctor. In the unlikely
event you have an allergic reaction to this drug, seek
immediate medical attention. Symptoms of an allergic
reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: Tell your doctor your medical history,
especially of: liver disease, kidney disease, any drug
allergies. This medication should be used only when
clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and
benefits with your doctor. Fluconazole is excreted into
breast milk. The manufacturer of this drug recommends
it not be used while breast-feeding. Consult your doctor
before you breast-feed.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Tell your doctor or pharmacist
of all prescription and nonprescription drugs you may
use, especially of: astemizole, cisapride, cimetidine,
oral contraceptives, cyclosporine, oral antidiabetic
drugs, hydrochlorothiazide, phenytoin, rifampin, rifabutin,
certain benzodiazepines (e.g., alprazolam, triazolam),
tacrolimus, terfenadine, theophylline, warfarin, zidovudine.
Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Symptoms of overdose may include hallucinations and
changes in behavior.
NOTES: This medication has been prescribed for
your current condition only. Do not use it later for
another infection or give it to someone else. A different
medicine may be needed.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take it as soon
as remembered. If it is almost time for the next dose,
take the scheduled dose only. Do not "double-up"
the dose to catch up.
STORAGE: Store Diflucan at room temperature away
from moisture and sunlight. Do not store in the bathroom.
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