Faze
Faze Products are primarily used for
Fungal infections
About Faze Products
How Faze Products work
Fluconazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Patient Concerns about Faze Products
Frequently asked questions about Faze Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluconazole
Q. What is Faze 400mg Tablet used for?
Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Q. Can Faze 400mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Faze 400mg Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Q. Is Faze 400mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Faze 400mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet with alcohol?
Yes, Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Faze 400mg Tablet.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Faze 400mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet for yeast infection?
Yes, Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Faze 400mg Tablet is not a steroid. Faze 400mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Faze 400mg Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Faze 400mg Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet make you feel tired?
Yes, Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet can affect your liver.
Q. Is Faze 400mg Tablet over the counter (OTC)?
No, Faze 400mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Faze 400mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Faze 400mg Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Faze 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg 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 Faze 400mg Tablet.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Faze 400mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Faze 400mg 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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