Diflucan Tablets
Chemical Name: DIFLUCAN FLUCONAZOLE (floo-KOE-na-zole)
Common Diflucan uses
This medicine is an azole antifungal used to
treat or prevent fungal infections. It may
also be used to prevent infections after
bone marrow transplant.
Before using Diflucan
Some medicines or medical conditions may
interact with this medicine. INFORM YOUR
DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and
over-the-counter medicine that you are
taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if you are
also taking amphotericin B, astemizole,
cisapride, pimozide, or terfenadine.
ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR
CONDITION may be needed if you are taking
anticoagulants, buspirone, cyclosporine,
tacrolimus, or medicine for seizures,
anxiety, or sleep. Inform your doctor of any
other medical conditions, allergies,
pregnancy, or breast-feeding. Contact your
doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions or concerns about taking this
medicine.
Diflucan Directions
Follow the directions for using this
medicine provided by your doctor. This
medicine comes with a patient information
leaflet. Read it carefully. Ask your doctor,
nurse, or pharmacist any questions that you
may have about this medicine. STORE THIS
MEDICINE at room temperature, away from heat
and light. TO CLEAR UP YOUR INFECTION
COMPLETELY, continue taking this medicine
for the full course of treatment even if you
feel better in a few days. Do not miss any
doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE,
take it as soon as possible. If it is almost
time for your next dose, skip the missed
dose and go back to your regular dosing
schedule. Do not take 2 doses at once.
Diflucan Cautions
If
your symptoms do not improve within a few
days or if they become worse, check with
your doctor. DO NOT TAKE SELDANE (terfenadine),
HISMANAL (astemizole), or cisapride while
taking this medicine. Keep all doctor and
laboratory appointments while you are taking
this medicine. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY
NEW MEDICINE, either prescription or
over-the-counter, check with your doctor or
pharmacist. FOR WOMEN TAKING BIRTH CONTROL
PILLS: this medicine may decrease the
effectiveness of your birth control pills.
To prevent pregnancy, use an additional form
of birth control while you are taking this
medicine. IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT,
discuss with your doctor the benefits and
risks of using this medicine during
pregnancy. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN
BREAST MILK. DO NOT BREAST-FEED while taking
this medicine.
Possible Diflucan side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during
treatment, include nausea, abdominal pain,
or headache. If they continue or are
bothersome, check with your doctor. CHECK
WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you
experience vomiting, diarrhea, or rash. If
you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted
side effects or prevent a medicine from
doing its job. Use our drug interaction
checker to find out if your medicines
interact with each other.
Check drug interactions
If you take too much Diflucan
If
overdose is suspected, contact your local
poison control center or emergency room
immediately. Symptoms of overdose may
include hallucinations and changes in
behavior.
Additional Diflucan information
DO
NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom
it was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS
MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP
THIS MEDICINE out of the reach of children.
IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN EXTENDED
PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your
supply runs out.
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