Diflucan Usage

Diflucan is an oral antifungal agent that may be an easier way to treat a yeast infection than a messy cream. A recent survey of 179 women showed that 9 out of 10 women preferred diflucan to a vaginally inserted cream.

How To Take 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 as directed since different conditions require different methods of use. diflucan is usually taken once daily. Another 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 the 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 not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Precautions for Diflucan

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 with your doctor before taking diflucan. 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.

Diflucan 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 any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.

Notes

The information contained on this website 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 diflucan is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using diflucan.

Diflucan Missed Dosage

If you miss a diflucan dose, take it as soon as remembered. If it is almost time for the next dose, take the scheduled dose only. Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.

Diflucan Storage

Store at room temperature away from moisture and sunlight. Do not store diflucan in the bathroom.