Diflucan ratings & reviews

Fluconazole
Company: Pfizer
Brand: Diflucan
Drug class: General Anti-infectives Systemic
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General Anti-infectives Systemic, Systemic Antifungals, Azole Antifungals

Sermo AI Overview

  • Despite its general safety profile, there are notable reservations among healthcare providers regarding Diflucan's efficacy based on the type of infection and specific patient demographics, suggesting it may not be the best choice for every condition.
  • Physicians report significant variability in adherence to Diflucan, with some patients finding it manageable while others struggle, which can influence treatment effectiveness. Additionally, concerns about cost and accessibility impact its overall use across specialties.
  • Diflucan is widely recognized for its efficacy in treating various forms of candidiasis, particularly in obstetrics and gynecology, where it consistently receives high efficacy ratings. However, concerns about resistance and variable performance in specific patient populations persist.
  • Specific concerns arise regarding Diflucan's limited effectiveness in treating certain infections like intraabdominal infections and pneumonia, with mixed reviews from specialists highlighting the necessity for appropriate diagnoses before prescribing.
Based on insights from Sermo’s triple verified physicians

Description

Diflucan contains the active ingredient fluconazole, in the form of tablets and oral suspension. It is a synthetic triazole antifungal agent. Tablets are available in 50 mg, 100 mg, 150 mg, or 200 mg strengths, with key inactive ingredients including microcrystalline cellulose and magnesium stearate. The oral suspension is provided with 350 mg or 1400 mg of fluconazole, with key inactive ingredients like sucrose and xanthan gum, intended for oral administration.

Source: This information is sourced from FDA and powered by AI

Dosage & Administration

How should I use this medication?

This medication is injected into a vein. It is usually given by your care team in a hospital or clinic setting. It may also be given at home. If you get this medication at home, you will be taught how to prepare and give it. Use exactly as directed. Take it as directed on the prescription label at the same time every day. Keep taking it unless your care team tells you to stop. It is important that you put your used needles and syringes in a special sharps container. Do not put them in a trash can. If you do not have a sharps container, call your pharmacist or care team to get one. Talk to your care team about the use of this medication in children. While it may be prescribed for children as young as newborns for selected conditions, precautions do apply.

Overdosage: If you think you have taken too much of this medicine contact a poison control center or emergency room at once. NOTE: This medicine is only for you. Do not share this medicine with others.

What if I miss a dose?

This does not apply.

Where should I keep my medication?

Keep out of the reach of children. If you are using this medication at home, you will be instructed on how to store this medication. Throw away any unused medication after the expiration date on the label.

NOTE: This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Side Effects

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medication?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible: -Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat -Heart rhythm changes—fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, feeling faint or lightheaded, chest pain, trouble breathing -Liver injury—right upper belly pain, loss of appetite, nausea, light-colored stool, dark yellow or brown urine, yellowing skin or eyes, unusual weakness or fatigue -Low adrenal gland function—nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness -Rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes -Redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth -Seizures Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome): -Change in taste -Diarrhea -Dizziness -Headache -Nausea -Stomach pain

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings & Precautions

What should I tell my care team before I take this medication?

They need to know if you have any of these conditions: -Irregular heartbeat or rhythm -Kidney disease -Liver disease -Low levels of potassium in the blood -An unusual or allergic reaction to fluconazole, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives -Pregnant or trying to get pregnant -Breastfeeding

What may interact with this medication?

Do not take this medication with any of the following: -Adagrasib -Flibanserin -Lomitapide -Lonafarnib -Other medications that cause heart rhythm changes -Triazolam This medication may also interact with the following: -Abrocitinib -Certain antibiotics, such as rifabutin or rifampin -Certain antivirals for HIV or hepatitis -Certain medications for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heartbeat -Certain medications for cholesterol, such as atorvastatin, lovastatin, simvastatin -Certain medications for depression, such as amitriptyline or nortriptyline -Certain medications for diabetes, such as glipizide or glyburide -Certain medications for seizures, such as carbamazepine or phenytoin -Certain medications that treat or prevent blood clots, such as warfarin -Certain opioid medications for pain, such as alfentanil, fentanyl, methadone -Cyclophosphamide -Cyclosporine -Ibrutinib -Lemborexant -Midazolam -NSAIDS, medications for pain and inflammation, such as ibuprofen or naproxen -Olaparib -Sirolimus -Steroid medications, such as prednisone -Tacrolimus -Theophylline -Tofacitinib -Tolvaptan -Vinblastine -Vincristine -Vitamin A -Voriconazole

This list may not describe all possible interactions. Give your health care provider a list of all the medicines, herbs, non-prescription drugs, or dietary supplements you use. Also tell them if you smoke, drink alcohol, or use illegal drugs. Some items may interact with your medicine.

What should I watch for while using this medication?

Tell your care team if your symptoms do not improve. If you are taking this medication for a long time you may need blood work. Some fungal infections need many weeks or months of treatment to cure completely. Alcohol can increase possible damage to your liver from this medication. Avoid alcoholic drinks.

Source: This information is sourced from Elsevier Inc.

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