IN; product status and availability may vary by jurisdiction
Approved indications
Fluconazole is an antifungal used for selected yeast and fungal infections. Whether it is suitable depends on the type and severity of the infection, your immune status, and other patient factors.
Contraindications (do not use if…)
Do not take fluconazole if you have had a serious allergic reaction to it or a related azole antifungal. Some combinations with medicines that affect heart rhythm are contraindicated — check the product label.
Important precautions
Tell your doctor about any liver or kidney disease, heart rhythm problems, or electrolyte imbalances before starting. Some drug interactions are clinically important and may last even after finishing the course.
Common side effects
Common side effects include headache, nausea, stomach discomfort, and diarrhoea.
Serious side effects — seek urgent medical care
Get urgent help for a severe skin reaction, facial or throat swelling, difficulty breathing, fainting, an irregular heartbeat, or signs of liver injury.
Important interactions
Fluconazole can interact with warfarin, some statins, diabetes medicines, seizure medicines, and other drugs that affect heart rhythm. Ask your pharmacist to check your full medicine list.
Allergy considerations
Avoid fluconazole if you have had a serious reaction to it or a related azole. A clinician should assess cross-sensitivity before you take a related antifungal.
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy safety
Generally avoided
Notes
Do not self-treat with oral fluconazole during pregnancy. Suitability depends on the dose, duration, and indication — speak with your doctor first.
Information
Lactation safety
Use with caution — see notes
Notes
Breastfeeding recommendations for fluconazole depend on the dose, course length, and your baby's health. Check with a clinician or pharmacist before use.
Children and older adults
Paediatric dose and suitability depend on age, weight, infection, and kidney function. Specialist guidance may be needed for serious infections.
Storage
Store in the original packaging at the temperature shown on the label, out of reach of children.
Missed dose
Follow your prescription instructions. Do not take an extra dose without checking the product leaflet.
Overdose
If you think too much has been taken, seek medical attention promptly — especially if there are behaviour changes, hallucinations, vomiting, or heart symptoms.
If you suspect an overdose or accidental poisoning:
contact your local emergency services or the nearest hospital emergency department immediately. Do not wait for symptoms.
IN; product status and availability may vary by jurisdiction
Approved indications
Fluconazole is an antifungal used for selected yeast and fungal infections. Whether it is suitable depends on the type and severity of the infection, your immune status, and other patient factors.
Contraindications (do not use if…)
Do not take fluconazole if you have had a serious allergic reaction to it or a related azole antifungal. Some combinations with medicines that affect heart rhythm are contraindicated — check the product label.
Important precautions
Tell your doctor about any liver or kidney disease, heart rhythm problems, or electrolyte imbalances before starting. Some drug interactions are clinically important and may last even after finishing the course.
Common side effects
Common side effects include headache, nausea, stomach discomfort, and diarrhoea.
Serious side effects — seek urgent medical care
Get urgent help for a severe skin reaction, facial or throat swelling, difficulty breathing, fainting, an irregular heartbeat, or signs of liver injury.
Important interactions
Fluconazole can interact with warfarin, some statins, diabetes medicines, seizure medicines, and other drugs that affect heart rhythm. Ask your pharmacist to check your full medicine list.
Allergy considerations
Avoid fluconazole if you have had a serious reaction to it or a related azole. A clinician should assess cross-sensitivity before you take a related antifungal.
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy safety
Generally avoided
Notes
Do not self-treat with oral fluconazole during pregnancy. Suitability depends on the dose, duration, and indication — speak with your doctor first.
Information
Lactation safety
Use with caution — see notes
Notes
Breastfeeding recommendations for fluconazole depend on the dose, course length, and your baby's health. Check with a clinician or pharmacist before use.
Children and older adults
Paediatric dose and suitability depend on age, weight, infection, and kidney function. Specialist guidance may be needed for serious infections.
Storage
Store in the original packaging at the temperature shown on the label, out of reach of children.
Missed dose
Follow your prescription instructions. Do not take an extra dose without checking the product leaflet.
Overdose
If you think too much has been taken, seek medical attention promptly — especially if there are behaviour changes, hallucinations, vomiting, or heart symptoms.
If you suspect an overdose or accidental poisoning:
contact your local emergency services or the nearest hospital emergency department immediately. Do not wait for symptoms.
