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This content does not have an English version. This content does not have an Arabic version. See more conditions. Drugs and Supplements Fluconazole Oral Route. Products and services. Thank you for Subscribing Our Housecall e-newsletter will keep you up-to-date on the latest health information. Please try again. If you already have liver problems, talk with your healthcare professional before taking this drug.
People with high blood sugar levels: The oral suspension form of this drug contains sucrose, a kind of sugar. Talk with your doctor before using this drug if you have high blood sugar levels or a condition, such as diabetes , which can cause high blood sugar levels. People with abnormal heart rhythms: Using fluconazole can affect your heart rhythm. If you already have an abnormal heart rhythm, taking fluconazole may lead to dangerous heart rhythm problems.
Your doctor will monitor you for a rash and peeling skin. Pregnant women: Research in humans has shown adverse effects to the fetus when the mother takes this drug in doses of mg or higher. In lower doses, research in animals has shown adverse effects. Ask your doctor to tell you about the specific harm that may be done to the fetus. Women who are breastfeeding: Fluconazole passes into breast milk and may cause side effects in a child who is breastfed. Talk with your doctor if you breastfeed your child.
You may need to decide whether to stop breastfeeding or stop taking this drug. For seniors: The kidneys of older adults may not work as well as they used to. This can cause your body to process drugs more slowly. As a result, more of a drug stays in your body for a longer time. This raises your risk of side effects.
This dosage information is for fluconazole oral tablet. All possible dosages and drug forms may not be included here. Your dosage, drug form, and how often you take the drug will depend on:. The kidneys of older adults may not work as well as they used to. Your doctor may start you on a lowered dose or a different dosing schedule. This can help keep levels of this drug from building up too much in your body.
For people with kidney disease: If you have kidney disease and are supposed to take more than a single dose of fluconazole, your dose may be lowered. Your doctor may give you a first dose of 50— mg, with additional doses that range between that amount and half of that amount, based on your kidney function. Always to speak with your doctor or pharmacist about dosages that are right for you.
Fluconazole oral tablet is used for both short-term and long-term treatment. For this drug to work well, a certain amount needs to be in your body at all times. If you take too much: You could have dangerous levels of the drug in your body. Symptoms of an overdose of this drug can include:. If your symptoms are severe, call or go to the nearest emergency room right away. What to do if you miss a dose: Take your dose as soon as you remember.
But if you remember just a few hours before your next scheduled dose, take only one dose. Never try to catch up by taking two doses at once. This could result in dangerous side effects. How to tell if the drug is working: You should have decreased symptoms of infection. A prescription for this medication is refillable. You should not need a new prescription for this medication to be refilled. Your doctor will write the number of refills authorized on your prescription.
Your doctor should monitor your kidney and liver function while you take this drug. Your doctor should have blood tests done to check how well your liver and kidneys are working.
QT prolongation: This medication can cause changes in the electrical activity of the heart, called QT prolongation. If you have heart disease, abnormal electrolyte levels e. Pregnancy: This medication should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks. Women who take fluconazole for vaginal yeast infections and who may become pregnant should useadequate birth control for seven days after a dose of fluconazole.
Breast-feeding: This medication passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking fluconazole, it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding. Children and adolescents: The safety and effectiveness of fluconazole mg capsules have not been established for the treatment of vaginal candidiasis in children under 12 years of age. If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:.
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed. Medications other than those listed above may interact with this medication. Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter non-prescription , and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take.
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