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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Last Updated Sep 30, 2024 | 4:52 PM IST

Flumectin Tablet treats fungal and parasitic infections caused by certain parasites, such as head lice, scabies, and certain worms. It contains Fluconazole (antifungal) and Ivermectin (anthelmintics). Fluconazole kills fungi by causing holes in their cell membranes, allowing the contents to flow out. This treats the infection and allows your symptoms to subside. Ivermectin paralyzes and destroys the parasite or prevents adult parasites from creating larvae. Thus, it effectively treats parasitic infections.

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About Flumectin Tablet

Flumectin Tablet is a combination medicine used to treat fungal infections and parasitic infections caused by certain parasites, such as head lice, scabies, and certain types of worms. Flumectin Tablet works by inhibiting fungal growth and multiplication and paralyzing and killing parasites.

Flumectin Tablet combines Fluconazole (antifungal) and Ivermectin (anthelmintics). Fluconazole kills fungi by causing holes in their cell membranes, allowing the contents to flow out. This treats the infection and allows your symptoms to subside. Ivermectin paralyzes and destroys the parasite or prevents adult parasites from creating larvae for a while. Thus, it effectively treats parasitic infections.

Take Flumectin Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Flumectin Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience nausea, vomiting, rash, oedema, headache, dizziness, asthenia (weakness), diarrhoea, stomach pain and altered food tastes. Most of these side effects of Flumectin Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects worsen or persist, please consult your doctor.

It is recommended not to use Flumectin Tablet if you are allergic to any ingredients in this formulation. Do not use Flumectin Tablet unless prescribed by the doctor, especially if you are a pregnant or nursing mother. You are recommended to complete the entire course of Flumectin Tablet as your doctor prescribes for effective results. Flumectin Tablet may cause drowsiness, or weakness at some times. Therefore, avoid driving if you experience any of these symptoms after taking Flumectin Tablet.

Uses of Flumectin Tablet

Treatment of Fungal and Parasitic Infections

Medicinal Benefits

Flumectin Tablet combines two drugs: fluconazole (antifungal) and ivermectin (anthelmintics). It is used to treat fungal infections and parasitic infections caused by certain parasites, such as head lice, scabies, and certain types of worms. Fluconazole kills or inhibits fungi and yeast by blocking an enzyme in fungi responsible for proper fat metabolism, resulting in the production of the fungal cell membrane. As a result, fungal or yeast cells are killed, or their growth is inhibited. Ivermectin paralyzes and kills the parasite or temporarily prevents adult parasites from producing larvae. Thus, it is helpful in treating parasite infections.

Directions for Use

Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not break, crush or chew it.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Flumectin Tablet

  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Edema
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Asthenia (weakness)
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomach pain
  • Altered food tastes

Drug Warnings

If you are allergic to Flumectin Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, you are advised not to use it unless instructed by the doctor. Drive only if you are alert, as Flumectin Tablet may cause drowsiness and weakness. Avoid alcohol consumption as alcohol impairs the immune system's ability to prepare for and defend against hazardous microorganisms, increasing the risk of serious illnesses. You are recommended to complete the full course of Flumectin Tablet as your doctor prescribes for effective results.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Flumectin Tablet may interact with certain benzodiazepines (e.g. alprazolam, triazolam), antiarrhythmics (e.g. amiodarone, dronedarone), antineoplastic agent (e.g. bosutinib), anti-cancer medications (e.g. Ceritinib), antiviral medications (e.g. efavirenz), antiallergic drugs (astemizole, terfenadine), antipsychotic drug (pimozide)

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.  

Drug-Disease Interaction: If you have liver or kidney impairment, QT prolongation or arrhythmias, inform your doctor before taking Flumectin Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALPRAZOLAM
  • TRIAZOLAM
  • AMIODARONE
  • DRONEDARONE
  • BOSUTINIB
  • CERITINIB
  • EFAVIRENZ
  • ASTEMIZOLE
  • TERFENADINE
  • PIMOZIDE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
  • In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot. Wear flip-flops or sandals to prevent fungal infections.
  • Do not scratch the affected skin; it can spread the infection to other body parts.
  • Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes, or socks with others to prevent the spread of infection.
  • Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
  • Avoid getting in contact with harsh soaps, detergents, and rough fabrics.

Special Advise

  • If the infection persists or worsens after using Flumectin Tablet for 1 week, please consult a doctor.
  • If you experience diarrhea during the use of Flumectin Tablet, drink lots of water and consult your doctor, do not use any anti-diarrheal medicine on your own.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal infection: Fungal infection is a disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may affect the skin and spread into bones, tissues, organs, or the whole body. It may be contagious (spread from one person to another). The symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, darkening of the skin, peeling, itching, deformed toenail, or vaginal discharge. Antifungal medicines are usually used to treat fungal infections.

Parasitic infections: Parasitic worms, also called intestinal worms or helminths, are infections caused by parasites (micro-organisms) that live in or on another host/organism. These infections can occur due to consuming contaminated water, food or soil, contact with contaminated faeces, poor sanitisation and poor hygiene. Symptoms may include abdominal pain, diarrhoea, nausea, vomiting, gas, bloating, fatigue, unexplained weight loss, and dysentery (bloody stools). Flumectin Tablet is used in treating infections of the roundworms, hookworms, threadworms, whipworms, and pinworms.

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Alcohol

Caution

No interaction was found. However, alcohol inhibits the immune system's ability to prepare and defend the body against hazardous microorganisms, increasing the risk of serious illnesses.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult the doctor. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

It is unknown whether Flumectin Tablet is excreted in human milk. Flumectin Tablet is given to breastfeeding mothers if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks. Please consult a doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Flumectin Tablet may cause drowsiness or asthenia (weakness). Therefore, avoid driving if you experience these symptoms after taking Flumectin Tablet.

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Liver

Caution

Regular liver function tests are recommended for patients with pre-existing liver issues, particularly if they are taking medication for an extended period of time. Treatment should be stopped if liver enzyme levels drop or stay high. Hence, if you have liver problems, inform your doctor before taking Flumectin Tablet.

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Kidney

Caution

Due to inadequate drug clearance, patients with renal impairment may be more vulnerable to fluconazole side effects. When taking the medication in multiple doses, patients with moderate to severe kidney impairment (CrCl <= 50 mL/min) should adjust their dosage. So, if you have kidney problems, inform your doctor before taking Flumectin Tablet.

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Children

Caution

Limited information about using Flumectin Tablet in children is available, so please consult a doctor if you have any concerns.

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FAQs

Flumectin Tablet is used to treat Fungal and Parasitic Infections.
Flumectin Tablet is a combination of two drugs: Fluconazole and Ivermectin. Flumectin Tablet treats fungal and parasitic infections caused by certain parasites, such as head lice, scabies, and certain worms. Flumectin Tablet works by inhibiting fungal growth and multiplication and paralyzing and killing parasites.
Flumectin Tablet may cause diarrhoea as a temporary adverse effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, please consult your doctor.
Check with your physician before taking amiodarone with Flumectin Tablet. The combination of these drugs has the potential to raise amiodarone blood levels and effects considerably. High amiodarone levels in the blood can occasionally induce an irregular heartbeat. Do not discontinue or use any medications without first consulting your doctor.
Fungal infections are contagious so that they can pass from person to person through skin-to-skin contact, through clothes or contact with contaminated surfaces and objects.
Flumectin Tablet is a prescribed medication to treat specific medical conditions only. It should be used only if prescribed by the doctor.

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