Pack size: 1 100ml bot  |  Price is for the whole 100ml bot

⚠ Prescription required. This medicine may only be dispensed against a valid prescription.

Generic: Fluconazole 0.2% IV

Form: Infusion 0.20%

Indication

Systemic fungal infections, Cryptococcal meningitis, Disseminated candidiasis, Fungal UTIs, Oral or vaginal thrush

Adult Dose

$4a

Child Dose

$4b

Renal Dose

Renal impairment: Haemodialysis patients: Usual dose given after each session. CrCl (ml/min) Dosage Recommendation <50 and not receiving dialysis 50% of the usual dose. >50 Usual dose.

Contraindication

- Known hypersensitivity - Advanced liver disease

Mode of Action

Fluconazole decreases ergosterol synthesis by interfering w/ cytochrome P450 activity, thus inhibiting cell membrane formation of susceptible fungi including B. dermatitidis, Candida spp., C. immitis, C. neoformans, Epidermophyton spp., H. capsulatum, Micosporum spp., Trichophyton spp.

Introduction

$4d

Uses of __NAME__

{'list': ['Fungal infections']}

Side effects of __NAME__

{'tag': 'Common', 'list': ['Headache', 'Nausea', 'Rash', 'Vomiting']}

How to use __NAME__

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

How __NAME__ works

__NAME__ is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.

What if you forget to take __NAME__?

If you miss a dose of __NAME__, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Safety Advice

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with __NAME__. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. __NAME__ may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor. Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

Safety Advice

__NAME__ should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of __NAME__ may be needed. Please consult your doctor.