Fumycin 150 Capsule

Fumycin 150 Capsule

Pfizer Ltd
Uses of Fumycin 150 Capsule:
Fungal infections
Composition of Fumycin 150 Capsule:
Fluconazole 150mg
MRP: 16 Inclusive of all Taxes
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Uses

Fluconazole is generally used in treatment of the treatment of fungal infections.

Side effects

  • Diarrhoea
  • Headache
  • Liver dysfunction
  • Rash
  • Stomach pain
  • Vomiting

How to use

Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Fluconazole, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Fluconazole is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.

How it works

Fluconazole is a drug thats antifungal. It makes the condition better by destroying the fungal cell membrane resulting in the fungi to die.
Q. What is Fluconazole used for?
Fluconazole 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.<br>Fluconazole 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).

Q. Can Fluconazole be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Fluconazole 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 Fluconazole also.

Q. Can Fluconazole be taken with azithromycin?
Yes, Fluconazole 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.

Q. Can Fluconazole cause hair loss?
Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Fluconazole. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Fluconazole.

Q. Is Fluconazole a steroid?
Fluconazole is not a steroid. Fluconazole belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Is Fluconazole an antibiotic?
Fluconazole is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.

Q. Is Fluconazole safe?
Fluconazole is safe to use if the dose is taken as prescribed for the prescribed duration as per the advice of the doctor.

Q. Is Fluconazole fungistatic or fungicidal?
Fluconazole 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.

Q. Is Fluconazole over the counter (OTC)?
Fluconazole is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with ciprofloxacin?
Fluconazole 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.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with metronidazole?
Fluconazole 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.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with probiotics?
Fluconazole 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.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with clarithromycin?
Clarithromycin and Fluconazole 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.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with omeprazole?
Fluconazole can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with citalopram?
Fluconazole can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with cetirizine?
Fluconazole can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been clinically observed between the two. However, this does not mean that interactions cannot occur. Please discuss your doctor before using the two medicines together.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with erythromycin?
Use of Fluconazole 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 Fluconazole and erythromycin is not recommended at all.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole with nitrofurantoin?
Fluconazole 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.

Q. Does Fluconazole work?
Fluconazole works if taken in the prescribed dose for the prescribed duration as recommended by your doctor

Q. Does Fluconazole treat bacterial vaginosis?
Fluconazole does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fluconazole 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).

Q. Does Fluconazole treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Fluconazole 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.

Q. Does Fluconazole make you tired?
Fluconazole can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Fluconazole as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Fluconazole can affect your liver.

Q. Does Fluconazole contain penicillin?
Fluconazole does not contain penicillin. Fluconazole belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Does Fluconazole have sulfa in it?
Fluconazole does not contain sulfur. Fluconazole belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Does Fluconazole treat chlamydia?
Fluconazole does not treat Chlamydia. Fluconazole is used for the treatment of fungal infections.

Q. Can I take Fluconazole for yeast infection?
Fluconazole 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.
  • Your doctor has prescribed Fluconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Product Details

SKU: PC-20260
Product Description: Fumycin 150 Capsule is manufactured by Pfizer Ltd
Packing: Strip
Condition: New
Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.
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