Flucos Gel (Fluconazole 0.5%)

Flucos Gel

Flucos 0.5 % Gel is an anti-fungal medicine used to treat and prevent fungal skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, ringworm infections, etc.

Substitutes

List of substitutes for Flucos 0.5 % Gel
Zocon Trans 0.5 % Gel
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Flucos 0.5 % Gel
Dry or scaly skin
Burning sensation of skin
Redness of skin
Skin irritation

Uses of Flucos 0.5 % Gel

What is it prescribed for?
Skin fungal infections
This medicine is used for the prevention and treatment of fungal skin infections caused by ringworms, candida fungus, etc.
Tinea Cruris
This medicine is used in the treatment of tinea cruris (Jock itch) which is an infection that affects the skin of genitals, buttocks, and inner thighs.
Tinea Corporis
This medicine is used in the treatment of tinea corporis, which is a superficial fungal infection that affects the arms and legs.
Tinea Pedis
This medicine is used in the treatment of tinea pedis (also known as athlete’s foot), is a contagious fungal infection that affects the skin on the feet.

Related Products

List of related products
Flucos 0.3 % Powder
Flucos 0.3% Eye Drops
Flucos 0.5 % Dusting Powder
Flucos 150 MG Tablet
Flucos 200 MG Tablet
Flucos 50 MG Tablet
When not to use?
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to fluconazole or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.

Warnings

Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
External use only
This medicine is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.
Skin irritation
This medicine has the potential of causing an allergic reaction in the body. Any instance indicative of allergic reactions should be reported to the doctor in the first instance. Appropriate corrective measures or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary in some cases based on the clinical condition.

Dosage

Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine is unlikely to cause severe symptoms. However, discontinue treatment and seek emergency medical advise in case you accidentally inhale the medicine or if you experience severe adverse effects.

Interactions

All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

General Instructions

Apply a thin film of the gel to the affected area as instructed by the doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended. Contact your doctor if symptoms do not improve or resolve after the use.