Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. What is Fluka used for?
Fluka 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>Fluka 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 Fluka be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Fluka 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 Fluka also.
Q. Can Fluka be taken with azithromycin?
Yes, Fluka 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 Fluka cause hair loss?
Hair loss is a rare side effect seen with the use of Fluka. Talk to your doctor if you experience hair fall while taking Fluka.
Q. Is Fluka a steroid?
Fluka is not a steroid. Fluka belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Is Fluka an antibiotic?
Fluka is an antibiotic. It is an antifungal and is used to treat infections caused by fungi.
Q. Is Fluka safe?
Fluka is safe if taken for prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Is Fluka fungistatic or fungicidal?
Fluka 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 Fluka over the counter (OTC)?
Fluka is not an over the counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Can I take Fluka with ciprofloxacin?
Fluka 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 Fluka with metronidazole?
Fluka 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 Fluka with probiotics?
Fluka 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 Fluka with clarithromycin?
Clarithromycin and Fluka 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 Fluka with omeprazole?
Fluka 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 Fluka with citalopram?
Fluka 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 Fluka with cetirizine?
Fluka 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 Fluka with erythromycin?
Use of Fluka 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 Fluka and erythromycin is not recommended at all.
Q. Can I take Fluka with nitrofurantoin?
Fluka 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 Fluka work?
Fluka works if taken for the right indication for a prescribed duration in prescribed doses as advised by your doctor.
Q. Does Fluka treat bacterial vaginosis?
Fluka does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fluka 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 Fluka treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Fluka 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 Fluka make you tired?
Fluka can make you feel tired. Please consult your doctor if you experience excessive tiredness while taking Fluka as it could be a sign of underlying liver problem. Fluka can affect your liver.
Q. Does Fluka contain penicillin?
Fluka does not contain penicillin. Fluka belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Fluka have sulfa in it?
Fluka does not contain sulfur. Fluka belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Fluka treat chlamydia?
Fluka does not treat Chlamydia. Fluka is used for the treatment of fungal infections.
Q. Can I take Fluka for yeast infection?
Fluka 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
