Nuforce 400mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Nuforce 400mg Tablet

Fluconazole(400mg)

food interaction for Nuforce Tablet

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pregnancy interaction for Nuforce Tablet

lactation interaction for Nuforce Tablet

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Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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
Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet

Fluconazole(400mg)

Nuforce tablet uses

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

How nuforce tablet works

Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 nuforce tablet

Headache, Nausea, Stomach pain

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Expert advice FOR Nuforce Tablet

  • 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet

Fluconazole

Q. What is Nuforce 400mg Tablet used for?
Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Q. Can Nuforce 400mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Nuforce 400mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet with alcohol?
Yes, Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Nuforce 400mg Tablet.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Nuforce 400mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Nuforce 400mg Tablet, 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet for yeast infection?
Yes, Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Nuforce 400mg Tablet is not a steroid. Nuforce 400mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Nuforce 400mg Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Nuforce 400mg Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet make you feel tired?
Yes, Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet can affect your liver.
Q. Is Nuforce 400mg Tablet over the counter (OTC)?
No, Nuforce 400mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Nuforce 400mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Nuforce 400mg Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Nuforce 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet, 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 Nuforce 400mg Tablet.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Nuforce 400mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Nuforce 400mg Tablet 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 20 June, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)