Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Apr 15, 2022.
Commonly used brand name(s)
In the U.S.
- Diflucan IV
In Canada
- Diflucan
Available Dosage Forms:
- Solution
Therapeutic Class: Antifungal
Chemical Class: Triazole
Uses for fluconazole
Fluconazole injection is used to treat serious fungal or yeast infections, including oropharyngeal candidiasis (thrush, oral thrush), esophageal candidiasis (candida esophagitis), other candida infections (including urinary tract infections, peritonitis [inflammation of the lining of the stomach], and infections that may occur in different parts of the body), or fungal (cryptococcal) meningitis. Fluconazole works by killing the fungus or yeast, or preventing its growth.
Fluconazole injection is also used to prevent candidiasis in patients having bone marrow transplants, who receive cancer or radiation treatment.
Fluconazole is to be given only by or under the direct supervision of a doctor.
Before using fluconazole
In deciding to use a medicine, the risks of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make. For fluconazole, the following should be considered:
Allergies
Tell your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction to fluconazole or any other medicines. Also tell your health care professional if you have any other types of allergies, such as to foods, dyes, preservatives, or animals. For non-prescription products, read the label or package ingredients carefully.
Pediatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated pediatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of fluconazole injection in children 6 months to 13 years of age. However, safety and efficacy have not been established in children younger than 6 months of age.
Geriatric
Appropriate studies performed to date have not demonstrated geriatric-specific problems that would limit the usefulness of fluconazole injection in the elderly. However, elderly patients are more likely to have age-related kidney problems, which may require an adjustment in the dose for patients...
