Fluconazole 150 mg Tablets: Fluconazole 150 mg tablets are an antifungal medication that is usually prescribed in the treatment of various fungal infections, including vaginal candidiasis, or yeast infection. Fluconazole acts by inhibiting the growth of fungi by killing their cell membrane, which they require to exist.
Fluconazole is effective on a wide range of fungi, thus it is a useful medication in the treatment of fungi. Typically taken by mouth, the dosage can vary based on the infection type and severity. Dosage and treatment duration have to be as per the guidance of the healthcare provider. Most often well-tolerated, side effects can occur in terms of nausea, headache, and abdominal pain, and any underlying health condition has to be addressed with a medical doctor before taking it.
Medical Benefit:
Fluconazole 150 Tablet acts by killing the fungus/yeast and stopping its growth by inhibiting the formation of the fungal cell membrane. Fluconazole 150 Tablet is prescribed to treat many fungal or yeast infections, including vaginal candidiasis, oropharyngeal candidiasis (thrush, oral thrush), candida infections (urinary tract infections, peritonitis), oesophagal candidiasis (candida esophagitis), and cryptococcal meningitis. Apart from this, Fluconazole 150 Tablet is also prescribed to prevent coccidioidomycosis and candidiasis in individuals undergoing cancer or radiation therapy as a part of bone marrow transplantation. Fluconazole 150 Tablet is useful in the treatment of soft tissue and pulmonary infections compared to other azole antifungal medications.
Uses:
- Used in the treatment of Vaginal Candidiasis
- Oropharyngeal Candidiasis
- Esophageal Candidiasis
- Cryptococcal Meningitis
- Prophylaxis
Dosage/ Administration
Take the proper dose of this medicine as consulted by your healthcare expert. You can take this tablet with or without food as per your doctor consult you to take it. Continue taking this medicine for the entire treatment period, even if you feel better after a few doses. Your infection will not clear up if you discontinue using the medicine too early.
Direction to use:
- Gulp the medicine as a whole with water.
- Do not crush, break, or chew it.
Storage:
- Store the drug in a container at room temperature.
- Away from heat, moisture, and direct light.
- Keep out of the reach of children.
Side Effects:
- Headache
- Diarrhea
- Nausea
- Stomach upset
- Dizziness
- Stomach pain
- Altered food tastes
Precautions:
- Your physician has prescribed Fluconazole 150 Tablet to treat your infection and alleviate symptoms.
- Do not miss any doses and complete the entire treatment even if you recover.
- Use a trusted method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking the medication.
- Your physician can test your liver function before treatment and repeatedly after that. Tell your physician if you experience yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark-colored urine, or pain in the stomach.
- Report to your doctor if you experience an intense skin rash such as blistering of the skin accompanied by fever.
Frequently Asked Questions(FAQ):
Q. How does Fluconazole 150 Tablet function?
Fluconazole 150 Tablet has Fluconazole, an antifungal medication, which functions by destroying the fungus/yeast and inhibiting its growth by blocking the formation of the fungal cell membrane. Therefore, it cures fungal infections.
Q. Can I discontinue the use of Fluconazole 150 Tablet if my symptoms are alleviated?
Do not discontinue Fluconazole 150 Tablet even if you start to feel better until the doctor’s recommended treatment is completed. Your symptoms might subside before the infection is eradicated.
Q. Is Fluconazole 150 Tablet safe for long-term use?
The typical dose of dosage of Fluconazole 150 Tablet can be short term. Nevertheless, your physician can prescribe it for a longer duration based on the nature and intensity of your infection.
Q. Does Fluconazole 150 Tablet cure urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Fluconazole 150 Tablet is employed to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) due to Candida predominately but can be due to the growth of bacteria too. If you have UTI, kindly consult your physician because the etiology of infection (fungal bacterial, or other) must be established prior to initiating any medication.
