Fungirap 200mg Infusion belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals. It works by stopping the growth of fungus and is used to treat 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.

Fungirap 200mg Infusion is used in treating various fungus infections

Uses of Fungirap Infusion

Treatment of Fungal infections

Benefits of Fungirap Infusion

In Treatment of Fungal infections

Fungirap 200mg Infusion is an antifungal medicine. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi that causes the infection. It helps treat infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body.

The dose and duration of treatment will depend on what you are being treated for. Make sure you complete the full course of treatment. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning.

Side effects of Fungirap Infusion

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Fungirap

Headache
Nausea
Stomach pain

How to use Fungirap Infusion

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.

How Fungirap Infusion works

Fungirap 200mg Infusion is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your infection.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CAUTION

Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Fungirap 200mg Infusion. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Fungirap 200mg Infusion is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Fungirap 200mg Infusion is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Fungirap 200mg Infusion may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Fungirap 200mg Infusion may cause dizziness or seizures. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

UNSAFE

Fungirap 200mg Infusion is probably unsafe to use in patients with kidney disease and should be avoided. Please consult your doctor.
Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

Liver

CAUTION

Fungirap 200mg Infusion should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Fungirap 200mg Infusion may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Fungirap 200mg Infusion to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
It is given as a drip under the supervision of a medical professional.
Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
Inform your doctor if you notice shortness of breath, swelling in face and throat, and drop-in blood pressure.
Use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Azole derivatives {Imidazoles}

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI INFECTIVES

Action Class

Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor

Patient concerns

Medicine for fungal infections.

Dr. Atul Jain

Dermatology

There is hundred type of fungal infectionFrom which you sufferBetter visit clinic for proper examination

Fungal infections on body & face

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Dermatology

Cap. Itraconazole (Itrasys/ Canditral) 100mg twice daily for 2 weeks.Sertacide Cream for application twice daily for 1 month.Send pictures for better diagnosis and treatment

FAQs

Q. What is Fungirap 200mg Infusion used for?

Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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. Can Fungirap 200mg Infusion be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?

Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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 Fungirap 200mg Infusion inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills.

Q. Can Fungirap 200mg Infusion cause hair loss?

Fungirap 200mg Infusion may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If during the treatment you experience hair loss, inform your doctor.

Q. Is Fungirap 200mg Infusion a steroid?

No, Fungirap 200mg Infusion is not a steroid. Fungirap 200mg Infusion belongs to a group of medicines called antifungals.

Q. Is Fungirap 200mg Infusion fungistatic or fungicidal?

Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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. Is Fungirap 200mg Infusion over the counter (OTC)?

No, Fungirap 200mg Infusion is not an over-the-counter (OTC) product. It is available only when prescribed by your doctor.

Q. Is Fungirap 200mg Infusion effective?

Yes, Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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 Fungirap 200mg Infusion too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. Does Fungirap 200mg Infusion treat bacterial vaginosis?

No, Fungirap 200mg Infusion does not treat bacterial vaginosis as it is not active against any bacteria. Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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. Does Fungirap 200mg Infusion treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?

Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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. Does Fungirap 200mg Infusion make you feel tired?

Yes, Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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 Fungirap 200mg Infusion can affect your liver.

Q. Can I take Fungirap 200mg Infusion for yeast infection?

Yes, Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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. Is Fungirap 200mg Infusion safe to be used in pregnancy?

No, Fungirap 200mg Infusion is not safe to be used in pregnancy. Studies suggest that the use of Fungirap 200mg Infusion during pregnancy is harmful to the development of the baby. Therefore, Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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 Fungirap 200mg Infusion, 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 Fungirap 200mg Infusion.

Q. Can I take Fungirap 200mg Infusion with alcohol?

Yes, Fungirap 200mg Infusion 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 Fungirap 200mg Infusion to avoid any side effects and get the maximum benefit of Fungirap 200mg Infusion.

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