In addition, Fluconazole is now being prescribed for fungal infections in kidney and liver transplant patients, and fungal infections in patients with AIDS.

Most important fact about Fluconazole -

Strong allergic reactions to Fluconazole, although rare, have been reported. Symptoms may include hives, itching, swelling, sudden drop in blood pressure, difficulty breathing or swallowing, diarrhea, or abdominal pain. If you experience any of these symptoms, notify your doctor immediately.

How should you take Fluconazole?

You can take Fluconazole with or without meals.

Take this medication exactly as prescribed, and continue taking it for as long as your doctor instructs. You may begin to feel better after the first few days; but it takes weeks or even months of treatment to completely cure certain fungal infections. --If you miss a dose...Take the forgotten dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the one you missed and return to your regular schedule. Do not take double doses. --Storage instructions...

Fluconazole tablets should be stored at normal room temperature. Avoid exposing them to temperatures above 86°F.

What side effects may occur with Fluconazole?

Fluconazole Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking Fluconazole.

The most common Fluconazole side effect for people taking more than one dose is nausea. For women taking a single dose to treat vaginal infection, the most common side effects are abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, and nausea; changes in taste, dizziness, and indigestion may occur less often.

Less common Fluconazole side effects may include: Abdominal pain, diarrhea, headache, skin rash, vomiting