Fluclox 150mg Tablet (Fluconazole 150mg)

Description

Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is an anti-fungal medicine. It is used in the treatment of various fungal infections affecting your skin, lungs, mouth, throat, meninges (protective layer covering the brain and spinal cord), etc. It works by stopping the growth of fungi, thus preventing the spread of infections.

Fluclox 150 MG Tablet can cause side effects like nausea, vomiting, headache, stomach discomfort, etc. Consult with your doctor if these side effects are persistent and/or getting worse. Avoid activities like driving vehicles or operating machines while taking this medicine as it can occasionally cause dizziness.

Fluclox 150 MG Tablet can be taken with or without food. Continue to take this medicine for the prescribed duration even if you feel better after a few doses as it may increase the risk of re-infection.

Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems, or any other medical conditions. Report all your current medicines to your doctor before starting the treatment as they can interact with Fluclox 150 MG Tablet and cause side effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Fluclox 150 MG Tablet
Flumed 150 MG Tablet
Zydus Cadila
Glenflu 150 MG Tablet
Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Monocan 150 MG Tablet
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
Ozus 150 MG Tablet
Strides Shasun Ltd.
Zocon 150 MG Tablet
Fdc Ltd.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Fluclox 150 MG Tablet
Headache
Nausea and vomiting
Stomach pain
Diarrhoea
Indigestion
Hair loss
Heartburn
Swelling of face, lips, eyelids, tongue, hands and feet
Dizziness
Drowsiness

Uses of Fluclox 150 MG Tablet

What is it prescribed for?
Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
Oropharyngeal candidiasis is a type of fungal infection that occurs in your mouth and throat. Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used to treat oropharyngeal candidiasis.
Oesophageal Candidiasis
Oesophageal candidiasis is a fungal infection in your oesophagus (food pipe). It may cause dry mouth, swelling, difficulty in swallowing, etc. Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used to treat Oesophageal candidiasis.
Cryptococcal Meningitis
Cryptococcal meningitis is a serious infection that affects your meninges (delicate membranes covering your brain and spinal cord). Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used to treat Cryptococcal meningitis.
Vaginal Candidiasis
Vaginal candidiasis is a fungal infection that causes pain, itching, and burning sensation with unusual discharge from the vagina (female sex organ and birth canal). Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of vaginal candidiasis.
Fungal Urinary Tract Infection
Fungal urinary tract infection is an infection in any part of your urinary system i.e. the kidneys, bladder, or urethra caused by Candida species. Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of urinary tract infections caused by fungi.
Peritonitis
Peritonitis is a swelling of the peritoneum (a membrane that lines the inner abdominal walls and covers your abdominal organs) caused by either bacteria or fungi. This results in severe pain in the abdomen, nausea, fever, etc. Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of peritonitis caused by fungi.
Candidemia
Candidemia is a fungal infection of the blood and is caused by Candida species of fungi. Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of candidemia.
Prophylaxis of Infections in Special Population
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used to prevent the risk of fungal infection in people receiving chemotherapy (the use of medicines to destroy cancer cells), or after a bone marrow transplantation (treatment to replace the bone marrow with healthy cells).
Fungal Pneumonia
Fungal Pneumonia is a fungal infection that affects your lungs. Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used in the treatment of fungal pneumonia.
Skin fungal infections
Dermatomycosis is a fungal infection of your skin, hair, and nails. Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is used to treat various mild to moderate fungal skin infections.

When not to use?

Allergy
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
QT Interval prolonging drugs
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet may cause QT prolongation (a condition in which your heart muscles take a longer time to recharge between a heartbeat) in some cases. Hence, this medicine is not recommended for use together with other medicines that may also cause QT prolongation such as Cisapride, Primozide, Quinidine, etc. as it may further worsen your condition.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet is safe for use while breastfeeding. However, avoid taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
General warnings
Skin problems
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet may cause skin conditions in which you may develop painful rashes and blisters on your skin that ultimately start to peel off. Hence, consult your doctor if you develop a skin rash during treatment with this medicine.
Driving or operating machines
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet may occasionally cause dizziness or seizures (sudden, uncontrolled electrical disturbance in your brain). Hence, avoid activities like driving or operating machines if you experience such symptoms.
Heart condition
Fluclox 150 MG Tablet should be used with caution if you have heart problems as this medicine may cause QT prolongation (a condition in which your heart muscles take a longer time to recharge between a heartbeat). Thus, it may further worsen your condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Fluclox 150 MG Tablet. Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to compensate for a missed one.
Overdose
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor. Contact your doctor if you suspect an overdose with Fluclox 150 MG Tablet.

General Instructions

Take Fluclox 150 MG Tablet as instructed by your doctor. Do not crush, break or chew the tablet. Avoid taking more than the recommended dose.

Avoid driving or operating machines if you feel dizzy or lightheaded after taking Fluclox 150 MG Tablet.

Consult your doctor if your condition does not improve after few days or if it worsens.