| What is Fluconazole?
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Fluconazole is used to treat fungal infections called candidiasis. |
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| Are there any side effects associated with Fluconazole?
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Fluconazole side effects may include nausea.
If the side effects continue or are bothersome, check with
your doctor. For women taking a single dose to treat vaginal infection, the most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, and
nausea. Changes in taste, dizziness, and indigestion may occur less often. Less common
Fluconazole side effects may include abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, skin rash,
and vomiting. |
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| How is Fluconazole taken?
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Follow the directions for taking Fluconazole provided by your doctor. You can take
Fluconazole with or without meals. Take this medication exactly as prescribed, and continue taking it for as long as your doctor instructs. You may begin to feel better after the first few
days but it takes weeks or even months of treatment to completely cure certain fungal infections.
If you miss a dose take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and return to your regular schedule.
Do not take
two doses at once. |
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| Are there any effects of taking Fluconazole with other medications?
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Some medicines may interact with Fluconazole. Inform your doctor of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine that you are taking.
It is especially important to check with your doctor before combining
Fluconazole with blood-thinning drugs, antidiabetic drugs, astemizole,
cisapride, cyclosporine, hydrochlorothiazide, phenytoin, rifabutin,
rifampin, tacrolimus, terfenadine, theophylline, or ulcer medications. |
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| How should I store Fluconazole?
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Store Fluconazole at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from heat and light. |
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