How does it work?

This medicine contains the active ingredient fluconazole, which is a type of medicine called a triazole antifungal. It is used to treat infections with fungi and yeasts. Fluconazole works by preventing fungi from producing a substance called ergosterol, which is a component of fungal cell membranes. The cell membranes of fungi are vital for their survival. They keep unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the contents of the cells from leaking out. Without ergosterol as part of the cell membrane, the membrane is weakened and damaged, and essential constituents of the fungal cells can leak out. This kills the fungi. Fluconazole is used to treat a number of different types of fungal and yeast infections, particularly those caused by Candida or Cryptococcus species of fungi. Fluconazole can be bought over-the-counter from pharmacies as a single 150mg dose. This single dose is an effective treatment for vaginal thrush (vaginal candidiasis). The single dose can also be used to treat male partners who are infected (candidal balanitis).

What is it used for?

Thrush infection causing inflammation of the end of the penis and/or foreskin

Vaginal thrush

Warning!

If symptoms persist for longer than seven days consult your doctor.

You should consult your doctor before using this medicine if you or your partner have been exposed to a sexually transmitted disease, if you are not sure about the cause of your symptoms, or if you have had thrush more than twice in the last six months.

Women should consult their doctor before taking this medicine if they are pregnant, suspect they could be pregnant or are breastfeeding, or if they have any of the following symptoms: abnormal or irregular vaginal bleeding, a blood stained discharge, vulval or vaginal sores, ulcers or blisters, lower abdominal pain or burning on passing urine.

Men should consult their doctor before using this medicine if their sexual partner does not have vaginal thrush, or if they have penile sores, ulcers or blisters, an abnormal penile discharge, if their penis has started to smell, or if they have pain on passing urine.

People aged under 16 years of age or over 60 years of age should consult a doctor before using this medicine.

Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you suffer from kidney disease, liver disease, unexplained jaundice (yellowing of the eyes and skin) or any other chronic diseases, or if you are taking any of the medicines listed below.

Use with caution in

Kidney disorders

Liver disorders

Not to be used in

Allergy to azole antifungal medicines, eg itraconazole

Pregnancy

This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy. If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.

Pregnancy and Breastfeeding

Certain medicines should not be used during pregnancy or breastfeeding. However, other medicines may be safely used in pregnancy or breastfeeding providing the benefits to the mother outweigh the risks to the unborn baby. Always inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, before using any medicine.

This medicine should not be used during pregnancy. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

This medicine passes into breast milk. It is not recommended for use by breastfeeding women. Seek medical advice from your doctor.

Side effects

Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.

Headache

Rash

Diarrhoea

Excess gas in the stomach and intestines (flatulence)

Nausea

Abdominal discomfort

Liver disorders

The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer. For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.

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