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Fungina 150mg Capsule
Prescription Required
Product introduction
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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.
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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, 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule 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.
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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, 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina Capsule
Benefits of Fungina Capsule
In Treatment of Fungal infections
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina Capsule
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 Fungina
- Headache
- Nausea
- Stomach pain
How to use Fungina Capsule
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Fungina 150mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Fungina Capsule works
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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
CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fungina 150mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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
Fungina 150mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Fungina 150mg Capsule may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Fungina 150mg Capsule may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
UNSAFE
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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
Fungina 150mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fungina 150mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Fungina Capsule?
If you miss a dose of Fungina 150mg Capsule, 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule 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
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Interaction with drugs
Taking Fungina with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Brand(s): Efzu, Alfuzee, Alfuflo
Life-threatening
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Life-threatening
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Life-threatening
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Life-threatening
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Fungina 150mg Capsule
Once A Week
80%
Thrice A week
20%
What are you using Fungina Capsule for?
Fungal infect*
100%
*Fungal infections
How do you take Fungina Capsule?
With food
100%
FAQs
Q. What is Fungina 150mg Capsule used for?
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Q. Can Fungina 150mg Capsule cause hair loss?
Fungina 150mg Capsule may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Q. Is Fungina 150mg Capsule effective?
Yes, Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Fungina 150mg Capsule fungistatic or fungicidal?
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule with alcohol?
Yes, Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Fungina 150mg Capsule.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Fungina 150mg Capsule?
If you have missed a dose of Fungina 150mg Capsule, 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule for yeast infection?
Yes, Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule a steroid?
No, Fungina 150mg Capsule is not a steroid. Fungina 150mg Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Fungina 150mg Capsule treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Fungina 150mg Capsule does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule make you feel tired?
Yes, Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule can affect your liver.
Q. Is Fungina 150mg Capsule over the counter (OTC)?
No, Fungina 150mg Capsule is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Fungina 150mg Capsule safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Fungina 150mg Capsule is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Fungina 150mg Capsule during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Fungina 150mg Capsule 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule, 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 Fungina 150mg Capsule.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Fungina 150mg Capsule?
No, you should not stop taking Fungina 150mg Capsule 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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