Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is Cinflu used for?
Cinflu is an antifungal drug, used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain), Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs), infections caused by Candida, found in the blood stream, body organs (e.g. heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat and denture sore mouth), genital thrush â infection of the vagina or penis, skin infections like athlete"s foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.<br>Cinflu capsules can also be used to stop cryptococcal meningitis, mucosal thrush, vaginal thrush from coming back and to stop you from getting an infection caused by Candida (if your immune system is weak and not working properly).
Q. Can Cinflu be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Cinflu has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of OCPs), it can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Talk to your doctor if you are taking birth control pills and you have been asked to take Cinflu also.
Q. Can Cinflu be taken with azithromycin?
Yes, Cinflu can be safely taken with azithromycin. A combination kit with agents of the similar class is available for vaginal infections. Talk to your doctor before taking any antibiotics for your conditions.
Q. Can Cinflu cause hair loss?
Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Cinflu. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Cinflu.
Q. Is Cinflu a steroid?
Cinflu is not a steroid. Cinflu belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Is Cinflu an antibiotic?
Cinflu is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q. Is Cinflu safe?
Cinflu is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Cinflu fungistatic or fungicidal?
Cinflu is primarily fungistatic (inhibits the growth of fungus), however it may be fungicidal (kills fungus) against certain organisms in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
Q. Is Cinflu over the counter (OTC)?
Cinflu is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with ciprofloxacin?
Cinflu can be taken with ciprofloxacin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with metronidazole?
Cinflu can be taken with metronidazole. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with probiotics?
Cinflu can be taken with probiotics. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with clarithromycin?
Clarithromycin and Cinflu both increase QT interval (abnormal heart rate). It can increase the level of clarithromycin by decreasing its breakdown, further increasing the chances of an abnormal heart rhythm. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with omeprazole?
Cinflu can increase the level or effect of omeprazole by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with citalopram?
Cinflu can increase the level or effect of citalopram by decreasing its breakdown (metabolism). Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with cetirizine?
Cinflu can be taken with cetirizine. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with erythromycin?
Use of Cinflu and erythromycin at the same time has the potential to increase the risk of cardiotoxicity (harmful to heart) and consequently sudden heart death. Co-administration of Cinflu and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q. Can I take Cinflu with nitrofurantoin?
Cinflu can be taken with nitrofurantoin. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between the two. However, interactions can occur. Please consult your doctor before taking the two medicines together.
Q. Does Cinflu work?
Cinflu works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Cinflu treat bacterial vaginosis?
Cinflu does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Cinflu is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, please consult your doctor as treatment should be started after the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial).
Q. Does Cinflu treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Cinflu is used to treat urinary tract infection (UTI) caused by Candida. UTI can be caused by bacteria also. 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. Does Cinflu make you tired?
Cinflu can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Cinflu as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Cinflu can affect your liver.
Q. Does Cinflu contain penicillin?
Cinflu does not contain penicillin. Cinflu belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Cinflu have sulfa in it?
Cinflu does not contain sulfur. Cinflu belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Cinflu treat chlamydia?
Cinflu does not treat Chlamydia. Cinflu is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q. Can I take Cinflu for yeast infection?
Cinflu is used to treat infections caused by fungi and can be used to help you from getting a candidal (yeast) infection. If you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, please consult your doctor as it requires a proper diagnosis before the start of any therapy.Show moreShow less
