About fluconazo le
Triazole antifungal
Used for
- Vaginal yeast infections
- Other Candida infections
- Cryptococcal meningitis
Usual adult dose
Vaginal yeast infection: 150 mg once. Other infections: dose depends on site and severity.
Usual dose in children
For serious fungal infections, typically 6–12 mg/kg once daily; specialist-directed.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea or abdominal discomfort
- Diarrhea
- Rash
Important warnings
- Rarely causes severe liver problems or serious skin reactions.
- Can affect heart rhythm, especially with certain medicines or low potassium.
- Seek urgent care for swelling, breathing difficulty, or a severe rash.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with kidney problems.
Pregnancy
Oral use, especially repeated or prolonged treatment, may harm the fetus. Pregnancy guidance depends on infection and dose.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts enter breast milk; a single dose is generally considered compatible with breastfeeding.
Interactions
- Warfarin: may increase bleeding risk.
- Some statins: may increase muscle injury risk.
- Some diabetes medicines: may cause low blood sugar.
- Certain heart-rhythm medicines: may increase serious rhythm problems.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.