Product introduction
Fluzit 200 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.
Fluzit 200 Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse. Avoid taking antacid treatments within one hour before or two hours after you take it.
The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, vomiting, diarrhea, rash, headache, and nausea. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Stop taking medicine and inform your doctor if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, dizziness, and nausea.
Do not take Fluzit 200 Tablet if you are pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may monitor your liver function. This medicine may make you dizzy so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.
Uses of Fluzit Tablet
Benefits of Fluzit Tablet
In Treatment of Fungal infections
Fluzit 200 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.
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 Fluzit 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 Fluzit
- Increased alanine aminotransferase
- Increased aspartate aminotransferase
- Rash
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
- Increased alkaline phosphatase level in blood
How to use Fluzit 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. Fluzit 200 Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Fluzit Tablet works
Fluzit 200 Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Fluzit 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Fluzit 200 Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Fluzit 200 Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Fluzit 200 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Fluzit 200 Tablet may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Fluzit 200 Tablet may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Fluzit 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.
Liver
CAUTION
Fluzit 200 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment may be needed.
What if you forget to take Fluzit Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Fluzit 200 Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Your doctor has prescribed Fluzit 200 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
Fluorobenzenes
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal Ergosterol Synthesis Inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Fluzit with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Do not consume Pimozide with Fluconazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Iloperidone with Fluconazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Aripiprazole with Fluconazole.
Both Aripiprazole and Fluconazole can affect heart rhythm and if taken together this may be fatal.
Do not consume Ranolazine with Fluconazole.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Do not consume Fluconazole with Amiodarone.
Concomitant use may affect heart rhythm and may be fatal.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What is Fluzit 200 Tablet used for?
Fluzit 200 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.
Can Fluzit 200 Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Fluzit 200 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 Fluzit 200 Tablet inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Can Fluzit 200 Tablet cause hair loss?
Fluzit 200 Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Is Fluzit 200 Tablet effective?
Yes, Fluzit 200 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 Fluzit 200 Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Fluzit 200 Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Fluzit 200 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.
Does Fluzit 200 Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Fluzit 200 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.
What if I forget to take a dose of Fluzit 200 Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Fluzit 200 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.
Can I take Fluzit 200 Tablet for yeast infection?
Yes, Fluzit 200 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.
Is Fluzit 200 Tablet a steroid?
No, Fluzit 200 Tablet is not a steroid. Fluzit 200 Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Does Fluzit 200 Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Fluzit 200 Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fluzit 200 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.
Does Fluzit 200 Tablet make you feel tired?
Yes, Fluzit 200 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 Fluzit 200 Tablet can affect your liver.
Is Fluzit 200 Tablet over the counter (OTC)?
No, Fluzit 200 Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Is Fluzit 200 Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Fluzit 200 Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Fluzit 200 Tablet during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Fluzit 200 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 Fluzit 200 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 Fluzit 200 Tablet.
I feel better now, can I stop taking Fluzit 200 Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Fluzit 200 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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Address: B-3, Gujarat Estate, Sarkhej, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India - 382210, Admin office: C-1105, Sidhdhivinayak Tower, Nr Katariya Arcade, Makarba-380051, Ahmedabad.
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: May, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Fluzit 200 Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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