FLUCONAZOLE with TINIDAZOLE

Oesophageal candidiasis, Oropharyngeal candidiasis, Vaginal candidiasis, Systemic candidiasis, Cryptococcal meningitis, Coccidioidomycosis, Histoplasmosis, Prophylaxis in bone marrow transplantation, Candidiasis in immunocompromised individuals, Peritonitis

Indications

Bacterial vaginitis, vaginal candidiasis and trichomoniasis.

Dosage

Adult: 200 - 400 mg once daily Systemic candidiasis: Maximum dose: 400 mg .The drug should be administered 2 more weeks after resolution of symptoms. Oropharyngeal candidiasis: Initial dose: 200 mg once daily followed by 100 mg once daily. The drug should be administered at least 14 days after resolution of symptoms.

Contra-Indications

Hypersensitivity to Fluconazole and other Azole antifungals

Special Precautions

Before using Fluconazole with Tinidazole, inform your doctor about your current list of medications, over the counter products, allergies, pre-existing diseases, and current health conditions. Some health conditions may make you more susceptible to the side-effects of the drug. Take as directed by your doctor or follow the direction printed on the product insert.

Side Effects

Abdominal pain, Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhoea, Alopecia, Headache, Rash, Alteration in liver enzyme

Drug Interactions

Fluconazole / Tinidazole may interact with the following drugs and products: Acetaminophen Alcohol Alfentanil Aliskiren Alprazolam Amitriptyline Amlodipine Artesunate Ascorbic acid Astemizole