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Fluconazole – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: FLUCONAZOLE

Strength: 2 mg/ml | Form: Solution For Injection

Price in UAE: AED 26.25

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Fluconazole

Class: | Antifungal agent, Azole derivative Use: | Treatment of systemic fungal infections, including candidemia, cryptococcal meningitis, and other Candida infections Adult dose: | 200 mg to 400 mg IV once daily, depending on the severity and type of infection Pediatric dose: | 3 mg/kg to 12 mg/kg IV once daily, depending on the type of infection and patient age Side effects: | Nausea, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, elevated liver enzymes Contraindications: | Hypersens

Drug Class

Antifungal agent, Azole derivative

Uses & Indications

Treatment of systemic fungal infections, including candidemia, cryptococcal meningitis, and other Candida infections

Storage Requirements

Store at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F); protect from light; do not freeze

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Baxter Healthcare Corporation (Deerfield), U.S.A

Package Size

1 Injection x 100ml

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 26.25

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

200 mg to 400 mg IV once daily, depending on the severity and type of infection

Pediatric Dose

3 mg/kg to 12 mg/kg IV once daily, depending on the type of infection and patient age

Side Effects

Nausea, headache, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, elevated liver enzymes

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to fluconazole or any component of the formulation; co-administration with certain drugs that prolong the QT interval

Important Warnings

Risk of hepatotoxicity; monitor liver function; use caution in patients with renal impairment; potential for drug interactions with other medications that are metabolized by the liver

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Fluconazole available in UAE pharmacies:

CANDIVAST 150 mg Capsules CANDIVAST 50 mg Capsules DIFLUCAN 150 mg Capsules DIFLUCAN 150 mg Capsules DIFLUCAN 2 mg/ml Solution For Injection DIFLUCAN 2 mg/ml Solution For Injection DIFLUCAN 2 mg/ml Solution For Iv Infusion DIFLUCAN 2 mg/ml Solution For Iv Infusion DIFLUCAN 50 mg Capsules DIFLUCAN 50 mg Capsules

Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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