Fluka

Uses
Fluka (Fluconazole) is an antifungal agent used in the treatment of vaginal yeast infections. A single dose usually stops the growth of most common types of vaginal yeast or fungus.

Dosage and Administration
Fluka comes as a single 150mg tablet.

Fluconazole should be taken orally (by mouth). It is usually taken as a single dose. It can be taken at any time of day and with or without food.

The effect of fluconazole lasts for a few days. If you do not notice an improvement in symptoms within a few days, or if the infection become worse, contact your doctor.

Side effects
Fluconazole can result in some side effects. The most common side effects are nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, headache, or dizziness. Tell your doctor if these become a problem for you or if they continue for any length of time.

More serious, but less common adverse reactions can include liver disease or allergic reaction. Look out of any signs of liver disease (severe stomach/abdominal pain, persistent nausea/vomiting, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine, unusual tiredness) or allergic reaction rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing) and notify your doctor immediately if you experience any of these.

Precautions
Before you take Fluka, make sure you have told your doctor of any medicines you are currently taking, as well as any allergies you may have.

Tell your doctor is you have any of the following medical conditions:

• liver disease
• kidney disease
• heart problems (you or your family)
• low levels of blood potassium or magnesium
• if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant
• if you are breast feeding

Fluconazole can make some people feel dizzy. Make sure you are aware of how fluconazole affects you before driving a car or operating machinery.

Limit alcohol intake when taking Fluka.

Tell your doctor if this is your first vaginal yeast infection, if it is a second infections within a period two months, or if it is being used to treat a girl under 12 years old.