Funnie
Funnie Products are primarily used for
Fungal infections
About Funnie Products
How Funnie 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 Funnie Products
Frequently asked questions about Funnie Products
Frequently asked questions about Fluconazole
Q. What is Funnie 50mg Tablet DT used for?
Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
Q. Can Funnie 50mg Tablet DT cause hair loss?
Funnie 50mg Tablet DT may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
Q. Is Funnie 50mg Tablet DT effective?
Yes, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Is Funnie 50mg Tablet DT fungistatic or fungicidal?
Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT with alcohol?
Yes, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Funnie 50mg Tablet DT.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Funnie 50mg Tablet DT?
If you have missed a dose of Funnie 50mg Tablet DT, 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT for yeast infection?
Yes, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT a steroid?
No, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT is not a steroid. Funnie 50mg Tablet DT belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
Q. Does Funnie 50mg Tablet DT treat bacterial vaginosis?
No, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT make you feel tired?
Yes, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT can affect your liver.
Q. Is Funnie 50mg Tablet DT over the counter (OTC)?
No, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
Q. Is Funnie 50mg Tablet DT safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Funnie 50mg Tablet DT during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT, 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 Funnie 50mg Tablet DT.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Funnie 50mg Tablet DT?
No, you should not stop taking Funnie 50mg Tablet DT 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.