Flucyto 500mg Tablet

Flucyto 500mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-fungal agents used to treat yeast and fungal infections caused by Candida and/or Cryptococcus. Fungal infection, also known as mycosis, is a disease caused by fungus.

Flucyto 500mg Tablet contains Flucytosine, which works by interfering with the synthesis of fungal protein and DNA. Thereby, it helps treat fungal infections.

In some cases, Flucyto 500mg Tablet may cause nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects may not require medical attention and resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to the doctor if any of the side effects persist or worsen.

Let the doctor know if you are allergic to any of the components in Flucyto 500mg Tablet. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines you are taking to rule out any side effects/interactions.

Flucyto 500mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-fungal agents used to treat yeast and fungal infections caused by Candida and/or Cryptococcus. Flucyto 500mg Tablet contains Flucytosine, which works by interfering with the synthesis of fungal protein and DNA. Thereby, it helps treat fungal infections.

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhoea

Do not take Flucyto 500mg Tablet if you are allergic to any of its components. Inform the doctor if you have/had kidney or liver disease, bone marrow problems, blood cell disorder, weak immune system, electrolyte imbalance or if you are using any medicine which are irreversible inhibitors of dihydropyrimidine dehydrogenase enzyme (DPD) such as brivudine, sorivudine and their analogues or have used them in the last 4 weeks. Consult the doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Let the doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including supplements or herbal products.

• Eat a balanced diet and maintain a healthy weight.
• Follow a low-sugar diet.
• A diet supporting gut health may help prevent infections.
• Include fresh fruits, vegetables and good fats.
• Avoid gluten, alcohol, and certain dairy products.