Drug Name: DIFLUCAN
IMPORTANT DIFLUCAN NOTE:
THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS INTENDED TO SUPPLEMENT, NOT SUBSTITUTE
FOR, THE EXPERTISE AND JUDGMENT OF YOUR PHYSICIAN, PHARMACIST OR
OTHER HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL. IT SHOULD NOT BE CONSTRUED TO INDICATE
THAT USE OF THE DRUG IS SAFE, APPROPRIATE, OR EFFECTIVE FOR YOU.
CONSULT YOUR HEALTHCARE PROFESSIONAL BEFORE USING DIFLUCAN.
FLUCONAZOLE - ORAL (flew-CON-uh-zole)
COMMON DIFLUCAN BRAND NAME(S):
Diflucan
DIFLUCAN USES:
Diflucan is an antifungal agent used to treat infections in certain
areas of the body caused by yeast and yeast-like organisms.
HOW TO USE DIFLUCAN:
Diflucan works best when the amount of medicine in your body is
kept at a constant level. Do this by taking Diflucan at evenly spaced
intervals. Take Diflucan as directed since different conditions
require different methods of use. Diflucan is usually taken once
daily. Another Diflucan dosing method involves taking Diflucan for
one week per month until treatment is completed. Continue to take
Diflucan until the full prescribed amount is finished even if symptoms
disappear after a few days. Stopping Diflucan too early may allow
the yeast to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of the infection.
DIFLUCAN SIDE EFFECTS:
Diflucan may cause stomach upset, loss of appetite, altered taste,
diarrhea, nausea, headache or dizziness during the first few days
as your body adjusts to Diflucan. If these symptoms persist or become
severe, inform your doctor. In the unlikely event you have an allergic
reaction to Diflucan, seek immediate medical attention. Symptoms
of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness,
trouble breathing. If you notice other effects while taking Diflucan
not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
DIFLUCAN PRECAUTIONS:
Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of: liver disease,
kidney disease, any drug allergies. Diflucan should be used only
when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits
of taking Diflucan with your doctor. Fluconazole is excreted into
breast milk. The manufacturer of Diflucan recommends it not be used
while breast-feeding. Consult your doctor before you breast-feed
while using Diflucan.
DIFLUCAN DRUG INTERACTIONS:
Tell your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and nonprescription
drugs you may use, especially of: astemizole, cisapride, cimetidine,
oral contraceptives, cyclosporine, oral antidiabetic drugs, hydrochlorothiazide,
phenytoin, rifampin, rifabutin, certain benzodiazepines (e.g., alprazolam,
triazolam), tacrolimus, terfenadine, theophylline, warfarin, zidovudine.
Do not start or stop Diflucan or any medicine without doctor or
pharmacist approval.
DIFLUCAN OVERDOSE:
If Diflucan overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of Diflucan overdose
may include hallucinations and changes in behavior.
DIFLUCAN NOTES:
Diflucan has been prescribed for your current condition only. Do
not use Diflucan later for another infection or give it to someone
else. A different medicine similar to Diflucan may be needed.
MISSED DIFLUCAN DOSE:
If you miss Diflucan a dose, take Diflucan as soon as remembered.
If it is almost time for the next Diflucan dose, take the scheduled
dose only. Do not "double-up" the Diflucan dose to catch
up.
DIFLUCAN STORAGE:
Store Diflucan at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight.
Do not store Diflucan in the bathroom.
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