Fluconazole is an antifungal drug indicated for the treatment of thrush and the prevention of recurrent thrush, the treatment of balanite caused by Candida and for the treatment of dermatomycosis.
This medicine can be purchased from pharmacies, upon prescription presentation, for a price of between 6 and 120 reais, which will depend on the laboratory that sells it and the number of tablets contained in the package.
Fluconazole is indicated for
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The dose will depend on the problem being treated.
For dermatomycosis, Tinea pedis, Tinea corporis, Tinea cruris and Candida infections, a single weekly dose of 150 mg of fluconazole should be administered. The duration of treatment is usually 2 to 4 weeks, but in the case of Tinea pedis, a treatment of up to 6 weeks may be necessary.
For the treatment of nail moth, 1 weekly dose of 150 mg of fluconazole is recommended, until the infected nail is completely replaced by growth.Nail replacement can take 3 to 6 months and toes can take 6 to 12 months.
For the treatment of yeast infection, a single oral dose of 150 mg fluconazole should be administered.To reduce the incidence of recurrent yeast infection, a single monthly dose of 150 mg fluconazole should be used for 4 to 12 months, as recommended by To treat balanitis in men caused by Candida, 1 single oral dose of 150 mg should be administered.
Fluconazole should not be used in people with hypersensitivity to any of the components of the formula.In addition, it should not be used by pregnant or lactating women without medical advice.
The doctor should also be aware of other medications the person is taking to avoid drug interactions.
The most common side effects that can occur during treatment with fluconazole are headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, increased enzymes in the blood and skin reactions.
In addition, although it is rarer, insomnia, drowsiness, seizures, dizziness, taste disturbances, dizziness, poor digestion, excess intestinal gas, dry mouth, alterations in the liver, widespread itching, increased sweating, muscle aches, fatigue, discomfort and fever can still occur.
Is there fluconazole in the ointment?
Fluconazole is only available for oral, capsule or injectable use; however, there are ointments or antifungal creams indicated for topical use, which can be used in addition to treatment with fluconazole capsules, at the doctor’s recommendation.
Need a prescription to buy fluconazole?
Yes, fluconazole is a prescription medicine and therefore treatment should only be done on the doctor’s recommendation.