ALBEFLUCO 150 TABLET is used to manage various fungal infections such as systemic candidiasis, mucosal candidiasis, cryptococcosis and vaginal candidiasis. Also, it manages fungal infections in immunocompromised patients considered at risk as a consequence of HIV infection or low white blood cell count after cytotoxic chemotherapy, radiotherapy or bone marrow transplant. It contains Fluconazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-fungal agents. ALBEFLUCO 150 TABLET works by stopping the action of an enzyme called ergosterol, which is an integral part of the fungal cell membrane to increase its cellular permeability.
Before taking ALBEFLUCO 150 TABLET, inform your doctor if you have liver, kidney or heart problems, abnormal levels of potassium, calcium, or magnesium in your blood, are prone to develop severe skin reactions or have a history of adrenal insufficiency. ALBEFLUCO 150 TABLET is not recommended for use in pregnant and breast-feeding women unless clearly advised by the doctor.
ALBEFLUCO 150 TABLET should be used with caution in children and adolescents (from birth to 17 years of age). ALBEFLUCO 150 TABLET should be used with caution in elderly patients particularly with renal impairment. The most common side effects of taking ALBEFLUCO 150 TABLET are headache, nausea, vomiting diarrhea, abdominal pain, and indigestion. Consult your doctor if any of the side effect gets worse.
