Flika 150mg Tablet DT

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Composition FOR Flika 150mg Tablet DT

Fluconazole(150mg)

food interaction for Flika Tablet DT

alcohol interaction for Flika Tablet DT

pregnancy interaction for Flika Tablet DT

lactation interaction for Flika Tablet DT

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alcohol
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Flika 150mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Flika 150mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Flika 150mg Tablet DT is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flika 150mg Tablet DT is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

SALT INFORMATION FOR Flika 150mg Tablet DT

Fluconazole(150mg)

Flika tablet dt uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

How flika tablet dt works

Flika 150mg Tablet DT is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.

Common side effects of flika tablet dt

Headache, Nausea, Stomach pain

SUBSTITUTES FOR Flika Tablet DT

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    Rs. 7.27/Tablet DT
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Expert advice FOR Flika Tablet DT

  • Your doctor has prescribed Fluconazole to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
  • Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
  • Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
  • Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.

Frequently asked questions FOR Flika 150mg Tablet DT

Fluconazole

Q. What is Flika 150mg Tablet DT used for?
Flika 150mg Tablet DT is an antifungal medicine. It is used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain) and Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs). Additionally, it is helpful in the treatment of infections caused by Candida found in the bloodstream, body organs (e.g., heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat, and denture sore mouth), and genital thrush (infection of the vagina or penis). It can also be used to treat skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.
Q. Can Flika 150mg Tablet DT be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Flika 150mg Tablet DT has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of oral contraceptives). It can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Before starting the treatment with Flika 150mg Tablet DT inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Q. Can Flika 150mg Tablet DT cause hair loss?
Flika 150mg Tablet DT may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
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Q. Is Flika 150mg Tablet DT effective?
Yes, Flika 150mg Tablet DT is effective when used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Flika 150mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Flika 150mg Tablet DT fungistatic or fungicidal?
Flika 150mg Tablet DT is primarily fungistatic which means it controls the growth of fungus). However, it may also act as a fungicidal (kills fungus) medicine against certain organisms, specifically Cryptococcus in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Q. Does Flika 150mg Tablet DT treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Flika 150mg Tablet DT is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI) caused mainly by Candida. However, bacteria growth can also cause UTI in some cases. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial, or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
Q. Can I take Flika 150mg Tablet DT with alcohol?
Yes, Flika 150mg Tablet DT can be taken with alcohol. No interactions have been reported between the two. However, it is better to consult your doctor on the use of alcohol before taking Flika 150mg Tablet DT to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Flika 150mg Tablet DT.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Flika 150mg Tablet DT?
If you have missed a dose of Flika 150mg Tablet DT, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Q. Can I take Flika 150mg Tablet DT for yeast infection?
Yes, Flika 150mg Tablet DT can be used for the treatment of yeast (candidal) infection. However, if you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, consult your doctor. This is because proper diagnosis is required before starting any therapy.
Q. Is Flika 150mg Tablet DT a steroid?
No, Flika 150mg Tablet DT is not a steroid. Flika 150mg Tablet DT belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Flika 150mg Tablet DT treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Flika 150mg Tablet DT does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Flika 150mg Tablet DT is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, consult your doctor. This is because the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial) is required to start your treatment.
Q. Does Flika 150mg Tablet DT make you feel tired?
Yes, Flika 150mg Tablet DT can make you feel tired. If you experience excessive tiredness during the treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor. The reason for tiredness could be a sign of an underlying liver problem as Flika 150mg Tablet DT can affect your liver.
Q. Is Flika 150mg Tablet DT over the counter (OTC)?
No, Flika 150mg Tablet DT is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Flika 150mg Tablet DT safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Flika 150mg Tablet DT is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Flika 150mg Tablet DT during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Flika 150mg Tablet DT is prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits of the medicine outweigh the risks involved. However, if a woman gets pregnant during the treatment with Flika 150mg Tablet DT, she must be well informed about the potential harm to the baby. If you are planning to conceive, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Flika 150mg Tablet DT.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Flika 150mg Tablet DT?
No, you should not stop taking Flika 150mg Tablet DT suddenly without consulting your doctor. This is because suddenly stopping the medication may worsen your condition and your infection may return. Continue your medication even if you feel better as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the fungus to continue to grow and hence, prevent complete healing.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)