Fluvell 300mg Tablet is used to treat fungal 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 thereby stopping the growth of fungi.

Fluvell 300mg Tablet is used in treating various fungus infections

Uses of Fluvell Tablet

Treatment of Fungal infections

Benefits of Fluvell Tablet

In Treatment of Fungal infections

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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.

Side effects of Fluvell Tablet

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 you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fluvell

Headache
Nausea
Stomach pain

How to use Fluvell Tablet

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Fluvell 300mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fluvell 300mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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

Fluvell 300mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Fluvell 300mg Tablet may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

UNSAFE

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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.

Liver

CAUTION

Fluvell 300mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fluvell 300mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Fluvell 300mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
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.
Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Patient concerns

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FAQs

Q. What is Fluvell 300mg Tablet used for?

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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.

Q. Can Fluvell 300mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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 Fluvell 300mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.

Q. Can Fluvell 300mg Tablet cause hair loss?

Fluvell 300mg Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.

Q. Is Fluvell 300mg Tablet effective?

Yes, Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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 Fluvell 300mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. Is Fluvell 300mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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.

Q. Does Fluvell 300mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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.

Q. Can I take Fluvell 300mg Tablet with alcohol?

Yes, Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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 Fluvell 300mg Tablet to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Fluvell 300mg Tablet.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Fluvell 300mg Tablet?

If you have missed a dose of Fluvell 300mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Q. Can I take Fluvell 300mg Tablet for yeast infection?

Yes, Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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.

Q. Is Fluvell 300mg Tablet a steroid?

No, Fluvell 300mg Tablet is not a steroid. Fluvell 300mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Does Fluvell 300mg Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?

No, Fluvell 300mg Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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.

Q. Does Fluvell 300mg Tablet make you feel tired?

Yes, Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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 Fluvell 300mg Tablet can affect your liver.

Q. Is Fluvell 300mg Tablet over the counter (OTC)?

No, Fluvell 300mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Is Fluvell 300mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?

No, Fluvell 300mg Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Fluvell 300mg Tablet during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Fluvell 300mg Tablet 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 Fluvell 300mg Tablet, 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 Fluvell 300mg Tablet.

Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Fluvell 300mg Tablet?

No, you should not stop taking Fluvell 300mg Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor. This is because suddenly stopping the medication may worsen your condition and your infection may return. Continue your medication even if you feel better as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the fungus to continue to grow and hence, prevent complete healing.

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Name: Vellinton Healthcare

Address: Rampur Jatan, Himachal Pradesh 173030

Country of origin: India

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