Fluconazole

Other Names: Diflucan

Commonly Prescribed For: Fluconazole is used for the treatment of fungal or yeast infections such as thrush.

How to Take It: Fluconazole should be taken as instructed by your doctor. It comes in tablet form or in the form of an oral suspension. It should be taken with or without food and is best taken at the same time every day. You should continue to take Fluconazole even if symptoms begin to improve. This is because you may start to feel better before the infection has gone completely. If you miss a dose you should take it as soon as possible but do not take more than one does at a time.

How It Works: Fluconazole works by killing fungi. It is classed as an antifungal antibiotic. Fluconazole also interferes with the development of the fungal cell membrane.

Some Side Effects: Side effects of Fluconazole can include headaches, vomiting, nausea, dizziness, bad taste in the mouth or skin rash. Signs of an allergic reaction to the drug can include rash; trouble breathing; swelling of face, mouth or tongue; or, tightness in the chest. Other serious side effects can include nausea; abdominal pain; seizures; weakness; severe blistering, red skin; fever; dark urine; low temperature; loss of appetite; or jaundice.