Fluconazole is an antifungal agent that is commonly used to treat several fungal infections, but not limited to the following:
Fluconazole can be taken by mouth or as an injection. If you are taking or have taken Fluconazole, avoid pregnancy during the treatment and for at least one week after the last dose. The suggested dosages for different uses and age groups are listed below:
For vaginal/ vulvovaginal candidiasis
Adult
Uncomplicated: Oral: 150 mg for 1 dose
Recurrent: Oral: 150 mg every 72 hours for 3 doses, then 150 mg once weekly as maintenance doses for 6 months.
For mucosal candidiasis (except genital)
Adult
Oral: The doses and duration of treatment depend on different conditions:
Child 12-17 years
Oral: The doses and duration of treatment depend on different conditions:
Child 1 month – 11 years
Oral: The doses and duration of treatment depend on different conditions:
For fungal skin infections
Adult: Oral: 50 mg once daily for 2-4 weeks, with a maximum duration of 6 weeks.
For prevention of fungal infections in immunocompromised patients
Adult: Oral/ Injection: 50-400 mg once daily.
Child: Oral/ Injection: 3-12 mg/ kg once daily with a maximum dose of 400 mg per dose.
Common dosing schedule:
You can take oral Fluconazole with or without food.
This schedule is for reference only, adjustments may be made according to individual needs.
Some common medications Fluconazole may interact with:
Please notify your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking the above medication, dosage adjustments might be needed.
In Hong Kong, Fluconazole is a prescription only medicine, and requires a prescription from a doctor to be purchased in a pharmacy. It can also be obtained from doctors. To find a pharmacy near you, refer to the list of pharmacies (“Authorized Sellers of Poisons”) from the Hong Kong Department of Health.
For more information about drug names and ingredients, you can visit Hong Kong’s Drug Office at https://www.drugoffice.gov.hk
Need more information?
For detailed information about the use of Fluconazole in children, pregnancy and breastfeeding, and for questions about drug interactions, please check with your pharmacist or doctor.
Disclaimer: our goal is to provide you with the most relevant drug information and common dosage for Hong Kong. This information does not constitute medical advice. For specific treatment recommendations and advice, always discuss with your doctor or pharmacist, and follow the instructions included with your specific medicine.
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