Flutas 500mg Injection
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Product introduction
Flutas 500mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Flutas 500mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Flutas 500mg Injection is used in treating various fungus infections
Uses of Flutas Injection
Benefits of Flutas Injection
In Treatment of Fungal infections
Flutas 500mg Injection is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi that causes the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body.
The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.
Side effects of Flutas Injection
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if youโre worried about them
Common side effects of Flutas
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
How to use Flutas Injection
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
How Flutas Injection works
Flutas 500mg Injection is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Flutas 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Flutas 500mg Injection 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.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Flutas 500mg Injection 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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Flutas 500mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Flutas 500mg Injection may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Flutas 500mg Injection may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Flutas 500mg Injection is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Liver
CAUTION
Flutas 500mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Flutas 500mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Flutas 500mg Injection to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- It is given as a drip under the supervision of a medical professional.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Inform your doctor if you notice shortness of breath, swelling in face and throat, and drop-in blood pressure.
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Flutas 500mg Injection used for?
Flutas 500mg Injection 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.
Can Flutas 500mg Injection be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Flutas 500mg Injection 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 Flutas 500mg Injection inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Can Flutas 500mg Injection cause hair loss?
Flutas 500mg Injection may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Is Flutas 500mg Injection a steroid?
No, Flutas 500mg Injection is not a steroid. Flutas 500mg Injection belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Is Flutas 500mg Injection fungistatic or fungicidal?
Flutas 500mg Injection 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.
Is Flutas 500mg Injection over the counter (OTC)?
No, Flutas 500mg Injection is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Is Flutas 500mg Injection effective?
Yes, Flutas 500mg Injection 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 Flutas 500mg Injection too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Does Flutas 500mg Injection treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Flutas 500mg Injection does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Flutas 500mg Injection 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.
Does Flutas 500mg Injection treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Flutas 500mg Injection 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.
Does Flutas 500mg Injection make you feel tired?
Yes, Flutas 500mg Injection 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 Flutas 500mg Injection can affect your liver.
Can I take Flutas 500mg Injection for yeast infection?
Yes, Flutas 500mg Injection 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.
Is Flutas 500mg Injection safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Flutas 500mg Injection is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Flutas 500mg Injection during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Flutas 500mg Injection 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 Flutas 500mg Injection, 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 Flutas 500mg Injection.
Can I take Flutas 500mg Injection with alcohol?
Yes, Flutas 500mg Injection 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 Flutas 500mg Injection to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Flutas 500mg Injection.
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Address: Chinubhai Centre, Off. Nehru Bridge, Ashram Road, Ahmedabad - 380009. Gujarat. India.
Country of origin: India
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