About fluconazole
Triazole antifungal
Used for
- Vaginal yeast infections
- Oral thrush and other Candida infections
- Cryptococcal meningitis
- Prevention of fungal infections in some high-risk patients
Usual adult dose
Vaginal yeast infection: 150 mg once. Other infections require tailored dosing, often daily.
Usual dose in children
Dose depends on infection and weight; prescribed by a clinician.
Common side effects
- Headache
- Nausea or stomach pain
- Diarrhea
- Rash
Important warnings
- Rarely causes serious liver injury or severe skin reactions.
- May affect heart rhythm, especially with certain conditions or medicines.
- Many drug interactions; check other medicines before use.
- Seek assessment for persistent or recurrent symptoms.
Pregnancy
Oral fluconazole is generally avoided in pregnancy, especially repeated or high-dose treatment; clinician guidance is needed.
Breastfeeding
A single dose is generally considered compatible with breastfeeding; repeated or high doses may need review.
Interactions
- Warfarin and some other blood thinners
- Certain statins, including simvastatin
- Some diabetes medicines, such as sulfonylureas
- Medicines affecting heart rhythm, including some antibiotics
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.