Flumet 150mg Strip Of 1 Tablet
Flumet 150 MG Description
Flumet 150 tablet is an antifungal medicine containing fluconazole as an active ingredient. Flumet 150 tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, blood, urinary tract, mouth, throat and o
ther parts of the body caused by various infection-causing organisms. Fluconazole acts by inhibiting the growth of the fungal cell wall, thus resulting in fungal cell death. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor at a fixed timing to gain optimal benefits. Pregnant and nursing women should not take this medicine. The most common side effects of this medicine are abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, headache and diarrhoea. However, these symptoms of side effects are temporary and go away on their own. If these symptoms do not resolve or worsen, consult with your doctor. Always complete the entire course of the treatment with Flumet 150 tablet, as incomplete treatment may result in treatment failure and increased risk of re-infection.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹10.09 |
You Save | ₹3.36 (25% on MRP) |
Contains | Fluconazole(150.0 Mg) |
Uses | Fungal infections |
Side effects | Headache, vomiting, nausea, diarrhoea |
Therapy | ANTI-FUNGAL |
Uses of Flumet 150 MG
Contraindications of Flumet 150 MG
- If you are allergic to fluconazole or any other ingredients of Flumet 150 tablet.
- If you are taking medicines like astemizole, terfenadine, cisapride, pimozide, quinidine, erythromycin.
Side effects of Flumet 150 MG
- Headache
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Nausea
- Increased liver enzymes
- Skin rash
- Liver damage (loss of appetite, vomiting, yellowing of your skin)
Precautions and Warnings of Flumet 150 MG
Pregnancy
- Flumet 150 tablet should not be taken during pregnancy as it can cause potential harm to the unborn baby resulting in birth defects at high doses while threatened pregnancy at normal doses. Thus, it should be avoided during pregnancy....
- Inform your doctor if you get pregnant while on this medicine or think you may be pregnant. It is recommended to use contraception at least for one week even after stopping the medicine.
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have liver disease or kidney disease.
- You have heart diseases and irregular heart rhythm.
- You have abnormal electrolyte levels (potassium, calcium or magnesium) in your blood.
- You have severe skin reactions.
- You have adrenal insufficiency (a condition where the adrenal gland does not produce sufficient steroid hormone).
Mode of Action of Flumet 150 MG
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use of Flumet 150 MG
Interactions of Flumet 150 MG
Interactions with other medicines
- Flumet 150 capsules may interact with other medicines and produce an altered response. Please tell your doctor if you are using any other medicines, over-the-counter medicines (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations....
- In particular, if you are taking medicines for heart disease, respiratory problems like theophylline and cancer, fungal infections like ketoconazole, anti-hypertensive medicines, anti-HIV medicines, medicines for anxiety or brain-related disorders, blood thinners like warfarin and anti-epileptic medicines like phenytoin, anti-diabetic medicines, etc....
- Other medicines that should be used with caution are medicines for acidity, gout, ovarian cancer, etc.
Storage and disposal of Flumet 150 MG
- Do not store above 25°C.
- Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
Dosage of Flumet 150 MG
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What precautions should I take when using Flumet 150 tablet?
- Tell your doctor if you are sexually active and discuss effective contraception methods.
- Flumet 150 tablet can make your oral contraceptive pills work less efficiently.
- Hence if you are on this medication, then use barrier methods of contraception like condoms.
Q: I have cough, cold, flu, can I take Flumet 150 tablet?
Q: What is Flumet 150 tablet used for?
Q: Can I take Flumet 150 daily?
Q: How should I take Flumet 150?
Q: Is Flumet 150 tablet a steroid?
Q: Does Flumet 150 tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
References
- Diflucan 150 Capsules - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 2 December 2021]
- Diflucan tablet [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021 [cited 2 December 2021]
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 2 December 2021]
- Diflucan 150 Capsules - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 2 December 2021]
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