Flow
Flow Products are primarily used for
Fungal infections
About Flow Products
How Flow Products work
Fluconazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Patient Concerns about Flow Products
Frequently asked questions about Flow Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluconazole
Q. What is Flow 200mg Tablet used for?
Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Q. Can Flow 200mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Flow 200mg Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Q. Is Flow 200mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Flow 200mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet with alcohol?
Yes, Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Flow 200mg Tablet.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Flow 200mg Tablet?
If you have missed a dose of Flow 200mg Tablet, 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 Flow 200mg Tablet for yeast infection?
Yes, Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Flow 200mg Tablet is not a steroid. Flow 200mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Flow 200mg Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Flow 200mg Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet make you feel tired?
Yes, Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet can affect your liver.
Q. Is Flow 200mg Tablet over the counter (OTC)?
No, Flow 200mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Flow 200mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Flow 200mg Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Flow 200mg Tablet during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Flow 200mg Tablet 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 Flow 200mg Tablet, 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 Flow 200mg Tablet.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Flow 200mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop taking Flow 200mg Tablet 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.