Fluchem 400mg Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane thereby stopping the growth of fungi. Fluchem 400mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment. Tell your doctor if the infection does not get better or if it gets worse. Avoid taking antacid treatments within one hour before or two hours after you take it. The most common side effects of this medicine include stomach pain, headache, and nausea. You could ask your doctor about ways of preventing or reducing these effects. Stop taking medicine and inform your doctor if you notice signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, swelling of the lips, throat, or face, swallowing or breathing problems, dizziness, and nausea. Do not take Fluchem 400mg Tablet if you are pregnant unless your doctor has told you to. Inform your doctor if you have a history of heart failure, a weak immune system (including HIV/AIDS), kidney problems, or liver problems such as yellow skin (jaundice). This medicine may not be suitable for you. If your course of treatment is for more than a month, your doctor may monitor your liver function. This medicine may make you dizzy so do not drive or operate machines until it is safe.

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If you miss a dose of Fluchem 400mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Q. Q. What is Fluchem 400mg Tablet used for??
  Ans: Fluchem 400mg Tablet is an antifungal medicine. It is used for the treatment of many fungal infections like Cryptococcal meningitis (fungal infection in the brain) and Coccidioidomycosis (a disease of the lungs). Additionally, it is helpful in the treatment of infections caused by Candida found in the bloodstream, body organs (e.g., heart, lungs) or urinary tract, mucosal thrush (infection affecting the lining of the mouth, throat, and denture sore mouth), and genital thrush (infection of the vagina or penis). It can also be used to treat skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection.
• Q. Q. Can Fluchem 400mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills??
  Ans: Fluchem 400mg Tablet has been reported to have a minor interaction when taken with estradiol (a component of oral contraceptives). It can increase the level or effect of estradiol when given along with it. Before starting the treatment with Fluchem 400mg Tablet inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.
• Q. Q. Can Fluchem 400mg Tablet cause hair loss??
  Ans: Fluchem 400mg Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.
• Q. Q. Is Fluchem 400mg Tablet effective??
  Ans: Yes, Fluchem 400mg Tablet is effective when used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Fluchem 400mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
• Q. Q. Is Fluchem 400mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal??
  Ans: Fluchem 400mg Tablet is primarily fungistatic which means it controls the growth of fungus). However, it may also act as a fungicidal (kills fungus) medicine against certain organisms, specifically Cryptococcus in a dose-dependent manner, specifically Cryptococcus.
• Q. Q. Does Fluchem 400mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)??
  Ans: Fluchem 400mg Tablet is used to treat urinary tract infections (UTI) caused mainly by Candida. However, bacteria growth can also cause UTI in some cases. If you are suffering from UTI, please consult your doctor as the cause of infection (fungal or bacterial, or other) needs to be identified before the start of any treatment.
• Q. Q. Can I take Fluchem 400mg Tablet with alcohol??
  Ans: Yes, Fluchem 400mg Tablet can be taken with alcohol. No interactions have been reported between the two. However, it is better to consult your doctor on the use of alcohol before taking Fluchem 400mg Tablet to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Fluchem 400mg Tablet.
• Q. Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Fluchem 400mg Tablet??
  Ans: If you have missed a dose of Fluchem 400mg Tablet, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
• Q. Q. Can I take Fluchem 400mg Tablet for yeast infection??
  Ans: Yes, Fluchem 400mg Tablet can be used for the treatment of yeast (candidal) infection. However, if you think you are suffering from a yeast infection, consult your doctor. This is because proper diagnosis is required before starting any therapy.
• Q. Q. Is Fluchem 400mg Tablet a steroid??
  Ans: No, Fluchem 400mg Tablet is not a steroid. Fluchem 400mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.
• Q. Q. Does Fluchem 400mg Tablet treat bacterial vaginosis??
  Ans: No, Fluchem 400mg Tablet does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fluchem 400mg Tablet is used to treat infection of the vagina caused by Candida (a fungal infection). If you think you are suffering from bacterial vaginosis, consult your doctor. This is because the diagnosis of your infection (whether it is fungal or bacterial) is required to start your treatment.
• Q. Q. Does Fluchem 400mg Tablet make you feel tired??
  Ans: Yes, Fluchem 400mg Tablet can make you feel tired. If you experience excessive tiredness during the treatment with this medicine, consult your doctor. The reason for tiredness could be a sign of an underlying liver problem as Fluchem 400mg Tablet can affect your liver.
• Q. Q. Is Fluchem 400mg Tablet over the counter (OTC)??
  Ans: No, Fluchem 400mg Tablet is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.
• Q. Q. Is Fluchem 400mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy??
  Ans: No, Fluchem 400mg Tablet is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Fluchem 400mg Tablet during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Fluchem 400mg Tablet is prescribed in pregnant women only if the benefits of the medicine outweigh the risks involved. However, if a woman gets pregnant during the treatment with Fluchem 400mg Tablet, she must be well informed about the potential harm to the baby. If you are planning to conceive, are pregnant, or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before taking Fluchem 400mg Tablet.
• Q. Q. I feel better now, can I stop taking Fluchem 400mg Tablet??
  Ans: No, you should not stop taking Fluchem 400mg Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor. This is because suddenly stopping the medication may worsen your condition and your infection may return. Continue your medication even if you feel better as your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Stopping the medication too early could allow the fungus to continue to grow and hence, prevent complete healing.

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