Keep from freezing. The mixed oral liquid should be kept in the refrigerator or at room temperature and used within 14 days. Do not freeze. There is a problem with information submitted for this request.
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Drugs and Supplements Fluconazole Oral Route. Products and services. Thank you for Subscribing Our Housecall e-newsletter will keep you up-to-date on the latest health information. Please try again. Examples of these drugs include:. Taking fluconazole with certain drugs raises your risk of side effects from those drugs. However, because drugs interact differently in each person, we cannot guarantee that this information includes all possible interactions.
Always speak with your healthcare professional about possible interactions with all prescription drugs, vitamins, herbs and supplements, and over-the-counter drugs that you are taking. If you have an allergic reaction, call your doctor or local poison control center right away. If your symptoms are severe, call or go to the nearest emergency room. Taking it again could be fatal cause death. For people with kidney disease: If you have kidney disease or a history of kidney disease, your kidneys may not be able to remove this drug from your body like they should.
This may increase the levels of fluconazole in your body and cause more side effects. This drug may also make existing kidney disease worse. People with liver problems: Fluconazole can cause liver problems. If you already have liver problems, talk with your healthcare professional before taking this drug. People with high blood sugar levels: The oral suspension form of this drug contains sucrose, a kind of sugar.
Talk with your doctor before using this drug if you have high blood sugar levels or a condition, such as diabetes , which can cause high blood sugar levels. People with abnormal heart rhythms: Using fluconazole can affect your heart rhythm. If you already have an abnormal heart rhythm, taking fluconazole may lead to dangerous heart rhythm problems.
Your doctor will monitor you for a rash and peeling skin. Pregnant women: Research in humans has shown adverse effects to the fetus when the mother takes this drug in doses of mg or higher. In lower doses, research in animals has shown adverse effects.
Ask your doctor to tell you about the specific harm that may be done to the fetus. Women who are breastfeeding: Fluconazole passes into breast milk and may cause side effects in a child who is breastfed. Talk with your doctor if you breastfeed your child. You may need to decide whether to stop breastfeeding or stop taking this drug.
For seniors: The kidneys of older adults may not work as well as they used to. This can cause your body to process drugs more slowly.
As a result, more of a drug stays in your body for a longer time. This raises your risk of side effects. This dosage information is for fluconazole oral tablet. All possible dosages and drug forms may not be included here. Your dosage, drug form, and how often you take the drug will depend on:. The kidneys of older adults may not work as well as they used to.
Your doctor may start you on a lowered dose or a different dosing schedule. This can help keep levels of this drug from building up too much in your body. For people with kidney disease: If you have kidney disease and are supposed to take more than a single dose of fluconazole, your dose may be lowered.
Your doctor may give you a first dose of 50— mg, with additional doses that range between that amount and half of that amount, based on your kidney function. Always to speak with your doctor or pharmacist about dosages that are right for you.
Fluconazole oral tablet is used for both short-term and long-term treatment. For this drug to work well, a certain amount needs to be in your body at all times. If you take too much: You could have dangerous levels of the drug in your body. Symptoms of an overdose of this drug can include:. If your symptoms are severe, call or go to the nearest emergency room right away. What to do if you miss a dose: Take your dose as soon as you remember. But if you remember just a few hours before your next scheduled dose, take only one dose.
Never try to catch up by taking two doses at once. This could result in dangerous side effects. How to tell if the drug is working: You should have decreased symptoms of infection. A prescription for this medication is refillable. You should not need a new prescription for this medication to be refilled.
Your doctor will write the number of refills authorized on your prescription. Your doctor should monitor your kidney and liver function while you take this drug.
Your doctor should have blood tests done to check how well your liver and kidneys are working. There are other drugs available to treat your condition. Some may be better suited for you than others. Talk with your doctor about other drug options that may work for you. Disclaimer: Medical News Today has made every effort to make certain that all information is factually correct, comprehensive, and up to date.
However, this article should not be used as a substitute for the knowledge and expertise of a licensed healthcare professional. You should always consult your doctor or another healthcare professional before taking any medication. The drug information contained herein is subject to change and is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, warnings, drug interactions, allergic reactions, or adverse effects.
The absence of warnings or other information for a given drug does not indicate that the drug or drug combination is safe, effective, or appropriate for all patients or all specific uses. Bacterial vaginosis and yeast infections can cause similar symptoms, but they require different treatments.
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