Fluconazole

Antifungal
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Fluconazole is a antifungal found in 7 medicines sold in India, such as Forcan 150, Zocon 150, Flutas-150. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

What it is used for

Treats fungal infections such as vaginal thrush, oral thrush and some skin infections.

How it works

An antifungal that blocks the fungus from making its cell membrane. Used for thrush (vaginal or oral) and other yeast infections.

How to take it

Vaginal thrush: a single 150 mg capsule. Other infections: daily doses set by the doctor.

Common side effects

  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Stomach pain
  • Diarrhoea

Get medical help straight away if

  • Yellow skin or dark urine
  • Fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Severe rash

Be careful

Interacts with several medicines; tell your doctor what else you take.

Other medicines and interactions

Raises levels of warfarin, some statins, glipizide and similar, phenytoin and some sedatives; heart-rhythm risk with other QT-prolonging medicines.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Avoid in pregnancy (use vaginal clotrimazole instead). Single doses are considered acceptable while breastfeeding.

Brands of Fluconazole (7)

Fluka 150Flutas-150Forcan 150Fusys 150Nuforce 150Onecan 150Zocon 150

Common questions

What is Fluconazole used for?

Treats fungal infections such as vaginal thrush, oral thrush and some skin infections.

How does Fluconazole work?

An antifungal that blocks the fungus from making its cell membrane. Used for thrush (vaginal or oral) and other yeast infections.

How should I take Fluconazole?

Vaginal thrush: a single 150 mg capsule. Other infections: daily doses set by the doctor.

What are the side effects of Fluconazole?

Common: Headache, nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea. Get help straight away for: Yellow skin or dark urine, fast or irregular heartbeat, severe rash.

Does Fluconazole interact with other medicines?

Raises levels of warfarin, some statins, glipizide and similar, phenytoin and some sedatives; heart-rhythm risk with other QT-prolonging medicines.

Is Fluconazole safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Avoid in pregnancy (use vaginal clotrimazole instead). Single doses are considered acceptable while breastfeeding.

Does Fluconazole need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Fluconazole?

Fluka 150, Flutas-150, Forcan 150, Fusys 150, Nuforce 150, Onecan 150, Zocon 150.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.