About fluconazole injection
Triazole antifungal
Used for
- Treats serious Candida infections, including bloodstream infections.
- Treats cryptococcal meningitis and other serious fungal infections.
- Prevents fungal infections in some people with weakened immunity.
Usual adult dose
Varies by infection: commonly 400 mg on day one, then 200–400 mg daily; cryptococcal meningitis often needs 400 mg daily initially.
Usual dose in children
For children over 4 weeks: usually 6–12 mg/kg daily, depending on infection; specialist dosing is required.
Common side effects
- Nausea, vomiting, or abdominal pain
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Rash or raised liver enzymes
Important warnings
- Can rarely cause severe liver injury or serious skin reactions.
- May affect heart rhythm, especially with certain conditions or medicines.
- Dose adjustment may be needed with kidney impairment.
- Use intravenous infusion under medical supervision.
Pregnancy
Generally avoid, particularly prolonged or high-dose treatment; use only when treating a serious infection and benefits outweigh risks.
Breastfeeding
Small amounts enter breast milk; breastfeeding is generally compatible with usual doses, but seek advice for repeated or high-dose treatment.
Interactions
- Warfarin and some other blood thinners
- Some heart-rhythm medicines, including certain antiarrhythmics
- Some diabetes medicines, seizure medicines, and statins
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 It may be incomplete or out of date.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.