What conditions can it help with? What are the side effects? Read on to find out the answers to these and other important questions. Diflucan was first patented by Pfizer in under the generic name fluconazole, and it first came into commercial use in the UK in It is what is called an azole antifungal. Ergosterol is the fungal version of cholesterol, vital to building and maintaining cell membranes.
Without it, fungal growth is reduced or stopped. In most doses, Diflucan is fungistatic, meaning that it prevents funguses from growing. Depending on the dose and the type of fungus being treated, it can also act as a fungicide, which means that it actually kills the fungus outright.
It can also be used in a preventive capacity in cases where there is a heightened risk of infection, such as in patients who are undergoing chemotherapy or radiation therapy, and people with AIDS.
Diflucan comes in capsules of 50mg, mg, mg, and mg strengths. It is also available as an oral suspension in mg and mg versions, and when dissolved in water each milliliter contains 10mg and 40mg respectively. It also comes as an injection in volumes of mL and mL, with each milliliter containing 2mg of the drug. Dosages vary depending on the type of infection you are trying to treat.
For example, first-time vaginal infections are usually only treated with one pill, whereas other infections can require a longer period of use. Your doctor may tell you to double up on your first dose. Dosages generally range from 50mg to mg. Do not freeze. It is very important that your doctor check your or your child's progress at regular visits to make sure this medicine is working properly.
Blood and urine tests may be needed to check for unwanted effects. If your or your child's symptoms do not improve, or if they become worse, check with your doctor. Continue to take this medicine as directed. Using this medicine for a long time or using it too much while you are pregnant especially during the first trimester can harm your unborn baby. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 1 week after the last dose.
If you think you have become pregnant while using this medicine, tell your doctor right away. This medicine may rarely cause serious liver problems.
Check with your doctor right away if you or your child are having more than one of these symptoms: abdominal or stomach pain or tenderness, clay-colored stools, dark urine, decreased appetite, fever, headache, itching, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, skin rash, swelling of the feet or lower legs, unusual tiredness or weakness, or yellow eyes or skin.
This medicine may rarely cause a serious type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis, which can be life-threatening and requires immediate medical attention. Call your doctor right away if you or your child have a rash, itching, hives, hoarseness, trouble with breathing, trouble with swallowing, or any swelling of your hands, face, or mouth while you are using this medicine.
Serious skin reactions can occur in certain people during treatment with this medicine. Check with your doctor right away if you or your child start having a skin rash, itching, or any other skin changes while using this medicine. Contact your doctor right away if you have any changes to your heart rhythm. You might feel dizzy or faint, or you might have a fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat.
Make sure your doctor knows if you or anyone in your family has ever had a heart rhythm problem such as QT prolongation. This medicine may cause adrenal gland problems. Check with your doctor right away if you have darkening of the skin, diarrhea, dizziness, fainting, loss of appetite, mental depression, nausea, skin rash, unusual tiredness or weakness, or vomiting. This medicine may cause some people to become dizzy, drowsy, or less alert than they are normally.
Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription over-the-counter [OTC] medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention. Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine.
Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:.
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
Monistat and Diflucan are generally both well tolerated. The most common adverse events for Monistat products are irritation, burning, and itching. These may be difficult to discern from the symptoms relating to the vaginal yeast infection. Diflucan may cause headaches in a significant number of patients.
Other side effects of Diflucan may include skin rash, dizziness, and gastrointestinal intolerance. This may not be a complete list of side effects. Your doctor or pharmacist can provide a complete list and additional information on the side effects of Monistat and Diflucan. Monistat is generally very safe to take with other medications. There is a chance that intravaginal use of miconazole products may result in enough significant systemic absorption to interfere with Coumadin warfarin metabolism, causing an increase in plasma levels of warfarin.
Therefore, intravaginal use of miconazole in patients taking warfarin is generally not recommended as a precaution. This results in a variety of potential drug interactions as these enzymes play important roles in the processing and absorption of many other drugs. Diflucan may interact with blood thinners, antibiotics, oral contraceptives, and other commonly used medications. In addition, Diflucan has been associated with an adverse event known as QT prolongation, a serious irregular heart rhythm.
When Diflucan is taken with other drugs that cause QT prolongation, their effects may be potentiated and this effect is potentially fatal. Drugs whose QT prolongation effect may be increased when taken with Diflucan include amiodarone, astemizole, pimozide, quinidine, quetiapine, and erythromycin. The following table provides a sample of drug interactions, but may not be a complete list. A medical professional can provide additional information and a complete list of interactions.
Women experiencing symptoms of a vaginal yeast infection for the very first time should consult their physician for confirmation of the diagnosis before initiating treatment with any product. Monistat may interfere with the integrity of latex products and therefore may damage products such as condoms or diaphragms. While using Monistat, you should refrain from using other vaginal products such as tampons, douches, or spermicides.
Vaginal intercourse is not recommended while using Monistat products. Monistat products may cause skin sensitivities such as itching, burning, and irritation. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, you should consult with your doctor before using Monistat. Diflucan has been associated with rare, but serious, liver damage and should be used with caution in patients with pre-existing hepatic disease.
Your doctor may monitor your liver enzymes while on Diflucan, especially if you are on it for an extended duration of treatment. Rare cases of a life-threatening allergic reaction, also known as anaphylaxis, to Diflucan have been reported. Diflucan should be avoided in pregnancy, especially the first trimester.
Monistat is an over-the-counter treatment for vaginal yeast infections. It is available in a variety of treatment options which include vaginal ovules and creams. Treatment duration with Monistat may be one, three, or seven days depending on the product chosen.
Diflucan is a prescription medication used to treat vaginal yeast infections, as well as a variety of other fungal infections. It is available as an oral tablet or solution, as well as an injection. Treatment of vaginal yeast infections may range from one to fourteen days depending on the complexity of the infection. While both Monistat and Diflucan are antifungal medications used to treat vaginal yeast infections, they are not the same. Monistat is available for purchase without a prescription and is used locally in the vaginal area.
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