Diflucan One Capsule: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Precautions and Alternates

Quick overview

Diflucan One Capsule contains 150 mg of fluconazole, an oral antifungal agent taken as a single dose to treat vaginal yeast infections. It works by stopping the growth of the fungi that cause these infections, often relieving itching, burning and discharge within 24 hours. It is also used for vaginal thrush and, in appropriate patients, candidal balanitis.

What is Diflucan One Capsule

Diflucan One is a single-dose capsule containing 150 mg of fluconazole, an antifungal medicine used to treat vaginal yeast infections.

Diflucan One Capsule uses

• Single-dose treatment of vaginal candidiasis (yeast infections due to Candida)
• Treats vaginal candidiasis (thrush)
• Treats candidal balanitis in appropriate patients

Benefits of Diflucan One Capsule

• Clinically proven to cure most vaginal yeast infections
• Can be taken anytime, anywhere to relieve itching, burning and discharge
• Symptom relief often begins within 24 hours after taking the capsule
• Provides single-dose oral treatment
• Works systemically against susceptible Candida
• Avoids the need for multiple daily oral doses for uncomplicated thrush

How Diflucan One Capsule works

The active ingredient fluconazole works by stopping the growth of the fungi that cause vaginal yeast infections.

Diflucan One Capsule dosage

Take by mouth as a one-time only dose, with or without food, or as directed by your doctor. Do not take more than one dose for this infection. If your symptoms have not improved within 3 days and disappeared in 7 days, contact your doctor.

Although taken only once, the medication remains active in your body for several days, so clearing the infection takes time. Consult your doctor if this is your first yeast infection, or if you have a second yeast infection in less than 2 months after treating a prior infection.

Available forms and strengths

• Capsule, 150 mg

Side effects of Diflucan One Capsule

Common

• Headache
• Abdominal pain
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Dizziness
• Taste perversion (changes in taste)

Serious

• Skin disorders: skin eruptions, new rash or irritations or allergy symptoms such as hives
• Liver problems: abdominal pain, dark urine, fever, light-colored stool, yellowing of the skin and eyes
• Heart problems: unstable or irregular heartbeat, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, fainting
• Severe allergic reactions (swelling of face, eyes, mouth, hands and feet)
• Seizures

Warnings and precautions

• Do not take Diflucan One if you are allergic to fluconazole or related azole antifungals, or if you are taking certain medicines like astemizole, terfenadine, cisapride, quinidine, erythromycin, pimozide, or amiodarone, due to risk of serious heart rhythm problems.
• Yeast infections do not normally cause fever, chills, abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, pain on urination, unexplained back or shoulder pain, or foul-smelling discharge — if you have these, see a doctor right away as they could signal a more serious condition.
• This medicine can interact with many other drugs, including blood thinners, certain antibiotics, diabetes medicines, and drugs for heart rhythm, so tell your healthcare professional about everything you take.
• Diflucan One should not be used if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, due to reports of spontaneous abortion or birth defects.
• Diflucan One should not be used while breastfeeding, since it passes into breast milk.
• There is no need to adjust the single dose for vaginal candidiasis because of impaired kidney function.
• Fluconazole has been linked to rare but serious liver problems, so tell your doctor if you have liver disease.
• No major direct interaction is established with alcohol, but avoiding alcohol may be sensible if dizziness or stomach upset occurs.
• This medicine can cause dizziness and seizures, so do not drive or operate machinery until you know how it affects you.

Storage

• Store at room temperature (15-30°C)
• Do not freeze
• Keep out of reach and sight of children

When to see a doctor

• Get immediate medical help for signs of a severe allergic reaction such as swelling of the face, eyes, mouth, hands and feet.
• Stop taking the drug and get immediate medical help for signs of heart problems such as irregular heartbeat, chest pain, shortness of breath, dizziness, or fainting.
• Talk to your healthcare professional about liver problems such as abdominal pain, dark urine, fever, light-colored stool, or yellowing of the skin and eyes.
• Contact a healthcare professional, hospital emergency department, or regional poison control center immediately if you think too much of this medicine has been taken, even without symptoms.

Alternatives

• Clotrimazole
• Miconazole
• Econazole
• Terconazole