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Written By Santoshini Reddy G , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
Fungicip-200mg Tablet is used to treat a broad range of infections caused due to fungi and yeast. It contains Fluconazole, which kills or prevents the growth of fungi or yeast. It may cause common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, nausea, stomach upset, dizziness, stomach pain, and altered food tastes. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.
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Composition :

FLUCONAZOLE-200MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Cipla Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

About Fungicip-200mg Tablet

Fungicip-200mg Tablet is an antifungal medicine that is used to treat a broad range of infections caused due to fungi and yeast. A fungal infection is caused when a fungus invades and affects any part of the body, including the mouth, throat, oesophagus, lungs, bladder, genital area, and blood.

Fungicip-200mg Tablet contains ‘Fluconazole’ that kills or prevents fungi or yeast by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its normal fat metabolism, which interferes with the formation of the fungal cell membrane. As a result, fungal or yeast cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.

Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Fungicip-200mg Tablet has common side effects like headache, diarrhoea, nausea, stomach upset, dizziness, stomach pain, and altered food tastes. These side effects are not familiar to everyone and vary individually. If you notice any side effects that are not manageable, please consult your doctor.

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Fungicip-200mg Tablet or any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems before starting Fungicip-200mg Tablet. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before starting Fungicip-200mg Tablet. It is advised to avoid alcohol intake while using Fungicip-200mg Tablet to prevent any undesirable effects.

Uses of Fungicip-200mg Tablet

Treatment of Fungal infections.

Directions for Use

Swallow the medicine as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Fungicip-200mg Tablet works by killing the fungus/yeast and preventing its growth by inhibiting the fungal cell membrane formation. It is used to treat various fungal or yeast infections, such as vaginal candidiasis, oropharyngeal candidiasis (thrush, oral thrush), oesophagal candidiasis (candida esophagitis), candida infections (urinary tract infections, peritonitis), and cryptococcal meningitis. Besides this, Fungicip-200mg Tablet is also used to prevent candidiasis and coccidioidomycosis in patients who receive cancer or radiation treatment while undergoing bone marrow transplantation. Fungicip-200mg Tablet is effective in treating soft tissue and pulmonary infections when compared to other azole antifungal drugs.

How Fungicip-200mg Tablet Works

Fungicip-200mg Tablet contains ‘Fluconazole’ that kills or prevents fungi or yeast by inhibiting an enzyme in fungi responsible for its normal fat metabolism, which interferes with the formation of the fungal cell membrane. As a result, fungal or yeast cells get killed, or their growth is minimized.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Fungicip-200mg Tablet

  • Headache

  • Diarrhoea

  • Nausea

  • Stomach upset

  • Dizziness

  • Stomach pain

  • Altered food tastes

What if I have taken an overdose of Fungicip-200mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Fungicip-200mg Tablet as it may cause overdose. The symptoms of overdose include mental/mood changes and hallucinations. If you suspect you have taken overdose or notice signs of overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Please inform your doctor if you use any prescription, or non-prescription medicines, including vitamin and herbal supplements before using Fungicip-200mg Tablet. Do not use Fungicip-200mg Tablet if you are allergic to Fungicip-200mg Tablet or any of its components. Let your doctor know if you have any liver, kidney, or heart problems before starting Fungicip-200mg Tablet. This medicine may not be suitable for some people who have a weakened immune system, diabetes, cancer, or low blood magnesium or potassium levels; however, please seek medical advice. Pregnant or lactating women should consult the doctor before taking the Fungicip-200mg Tablet. Do not drive or operate machinery if you experience dizziness or other side effects that may affect your mental ability to drive. Avoid alcohol consumption along with Fungicip-200mg Tablet to avoid undesirable effects 

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluconazoleLomitapide
Critical
FluconazoleAstemizole
Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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FluconazoleLomitapide
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
When Lomitapide is taken with Fungicip-200mg Tablet, may increase the blood levels of lomitapide.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Lomitapide together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as fever, chills, joint pain or swelling, unusual bleeding or bruising, skin rash, itching, loss of appetite, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, dark-colored urine, light-colored stools, and yellowing of the skin or eyes. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleAstemizole
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
When Astemizole is taken with Fungicip-200mg Tablet, the body's ability to break down Astemizole may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Astemizole can lead to an interaction, please consult a doctor before taking it. Do not discontinue the medications without of consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleEliglustat
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
When Eliglustat and Fungicip-200mg Tablet are taken together, Fungicip-200mg Tablet can significantly increase the blood levels of eliglustat.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Eliglustat together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, slow heart rate, weak pulse, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleErythromycin
Critical
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Erythromycin can increase the risk of heart rhythm problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Erythromycin together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, consult a doctor immediately if you experience dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, shortness of breath, or heart palpitations. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleAcalabrutinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
When Acalabrutinib is taken with Fungicip-200mg Tablet, can significantly increase the blood levels of Acalabrutinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Acalabrutinib can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. If you have any of these symptoms - feeling sick, throwing up, having diarrhea, stomach pain, bleeding, heart problems, feeling weak, dizzy, or tired, having a fever, sore throat, muscle pain, trouble breathing, losing weight, or experiencing pain, bleeding, or bruising, make sure to call a doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleRuxolitinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Ruxolitinib with Fungicip-200mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of Ruxolitinib.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fungicip-200mg Tablet can be taken with Ruxolitinib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience signs and symptoms such as paleness, tiredness, dizziness, fainting, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, sore throat, body aches, or other flu-like symptoms. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleGatifloxacin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Gatifloxacin can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fungicip-200mg Tablet can be taken with Gatifloxacin if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without consulting a doctor.
FluconazoleCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Ceritinib may increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fungicip-200mg Tablet can be taken with Ceritinib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without a doctor's advice.
FluconazoleEscitalopram
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
Taking Fungicip-200mg Tablet with Escitalopram can increase the risk of an irregular heart rhythm that may be serious.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fungicip-200mg Tablet can be taken with Escitalopram if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience sudden lightheadedness, dizziness, shortness of breath, fainting, or heart palpitations during treatment with these medications. Do not discontinue the medications without a doctor's advice.
FluconazoleOlaparib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Fungicip-200mg Tablet:
Fungicip-200mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of olaparib. This can increase the risk and/or severity of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal pain or discomfort, lung problems, and impaired bone marrow function resulting in low blood cell count.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction, Fungicip-200mg Tablet can be taken with olaparib if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the doctor if you experience paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid frequent douching to maintain the natural moisture in the vagina.

  • Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.

  • Avoid harsh products on your skin.

  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

  • Avoid or limit the intake of alcohol and caffeine.

  • It is advisable to follow a candida diet during yeast infections. This diet excludes sugar, gluten, certain dairy products, and alcohol, and includes low-sugar fruits, non-starchy vegetables, and gluten-free foods.

  • A very-high sugar or high-carbohydrate diet may increase the count of Candida in some people.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

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Alcohol

Caution

It is advisable to avoid or limit the intake of alcohol while you use Fungicip-200mg Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are planning to conceive before starting Fungicip-200mg Tablet.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Fungicip-200mg Tablet should be used with caution and only under a doctor's advice if you are a lactating mother. Please seek medical advice for more information.

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Driving

Caution

Fungicip-200mg Tablet may sometimes cause dizziness or other side effects that may affect your mental ability to drive. Hence do not drive or operate machinery if you are not mentally alert.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases when you are prescribed Fungicip-200mg Tablet.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases when you are prescribed Fungicip-200mg Tablet.

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Children

Caution

Fungicip-200mg Tablet may be prescribed to children by the doctor, depending on the infection. The doctor decides the right dose for a child based on his/her age and weight.

FAQs

Fungicip-200mg Tablet is used in the treatment of fungal infections.

Fungicip-200mg Tablet contains Fluconazole, an antifungal drug, which works by killing the fungus/yeast and preventing its growth by inhibiting the fungal cell membrane formation. Thus, it treats fungal infections.

Do not stop using Fungicip-200mg Tablet even if you feel better until the doctor's advised course is finished. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.

The usual recommendation of dosage for Fungicip-200mg Tablet can be for a short time. However, your doctor may prescribe it for a longer time, depending on the type and severity of your infection.

Fungicip-200mg Tablet may not be suitable for some people who have a weakened immune system, diabetes, cancer, or low blood magnesium or potassium levels. However, it is advised to seek a doctor's advice before starting Fungicip-200mg Tablet if you have a previous medical history.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Cipla House, Peninsula Business Park, Ganpatrao Kadam Marg, Lower Parel, Mumbai-400013
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