"Flucostat": features of use for candidiasis

Candida fungi are widespread in the environment and enter the normal microflora of the human body. With a microscopic examination, they can often be found on the skin, mucous membranes that are in contact with the external environment, on the fingers. With pathology, the species of Candida albicans fungus most often propagates, it is it that is detected with candidiasis of the genital organs, oral cavity, and skin.

When the disease develops

So far, experts do not reliably know why and how intensive reproduction of the fungus begins on the surface of the skin or mucous membranes. Experts point to some exogenous and endogenous causes that provoke the onset of the disease.

Exogenous causes include:

• taking antibacterial drugs (when taking antibiotics);
• hormonal contraceptives;
• taking cytostatics, hormones;
• chronic stress;
• physical overwork;
• wearing tight synthetic lingerie.

Among endogenous causes, the following are of great importance:

• diabetes;
• intoxication with drugs, alcohol;
• anemia;
• lack of vitamins in food;
• dysbiosis;
• transferred bacterial infection (tonsillitis, bronchitis, etc.);
• pregnancy.

Candida fungus can infect any organs and systems of the human body. However, in most cases, localized candidiasis is detected:

• on the skin;
• in the genital area;
• the oral cavity;
• urethra.

How to get rid of a fungus

Treatment of candidiasis, including genital organs, is carried out with the help of antimycotic pharmaceuticals. They can be either local or systemic. When using systemic drugs, the restriction is pregnancy or the period of breastfeeding, therefore, with a delay in menstruation, you should refrain from taking antimycotics.

What is the drug

The main active ingredient of "Flucostat", fluconazole, acts on most species of Candida fungi, and therefore is effective in candidiasis of any localization.In addition, the medicine is used for lesions by other fungi: microsporia, trichophytosis, cryptococcosis.

The mechanism of action of this drug is due to its ability to disrupt the synthesis of the structures of the cell membrane of the fungus. This stops the reproduction of the fungal infection, and when the drug is administered in large doses, it leads to its death.

Release Forms

Flucostat is available in capsule form. The content of the main active substance in them can be 0.5 or 0.15 g. In addition, the composition contains additional components:

• starch;
• lactose;
• magnesium and silicon salts.

Also in pharmacies you can buy "Flucostat" in the form of a solution. It is administered intravenously in hospitals to treat severe forms of fungal infections.

What diseases are prescribed

The main indications for the use of "Flucostat" are the following pathologies:

• vaginal candidiasis (vaginitis, vulvovaginitis, cervicitis);
• damage to the mucous membranes of the respiratory system;
• urinary system candidiasis (cystitis, urethritis);
• fungal infection of the gastrointestinal tract;
• candidal stomatitis, pharyngitis;
• generalized candidiasis;
• candidiasis of the skin, otomycosis, onychomycosis, pityriasis versicolor.

The drug is also effective in cryptococcosis, histoplasmosis, coccidioidomycosis, paracoccidioidomycosis, sporotrichosis. In addition, "Flucostat" can be used to prevent candidiasis in patients with weakened immunity and receiving cytostatics, chemo- or radiation therapy.

Instructions for use "Flucostat"

Take the capsule "Flucostat" only inside (oral). After entering the gastrointestinal tract, the main component of the drug is rapidly absorbed and almost completely enters the systemic circulation. The drug begins to act in an hour and a half, while at the same time its rather high concentrations are determined in the blood. Since food does not affect the absorption of fluconazole, it can be taken at any time of the day. Depending on the diagnosis, the regimen is different.

• In acute vaginal candidiasis. "Flucostat" is taken one capsule (0.15 g) once. Moreover, on the first or second day after taking Flucostat, the discharge and signs of the disease decrease.
• With chronic vaginal candidiasis. The dose is also 0.15 g. However, the drug must be drunk monthly several days before the onset of menstruation. Reviews about "Flucostat" at thrush talk about its high enough efficiency, it prevents the occurrence of relapse of the disease.
• With candidiasis of the oral cavity. The dose of "Flucostat" is 0.1 g. It is taken once a day. If you take Flucostat correctly, then the symptoms of thrush in your mouth will go through one week of treatment.
• Urinary tract treatment. In case of candidiasis of the urethra, the recommended dosage of Flucostat capsules is 0.05-0.2 g per day. The duration of therapy is from seven days to four weeks.

Side effects

According to doctors and patients, Flucostat is well tolerated. Very rarely, with its use, the following side effects may occur:

• dyspeptic symptoms in the form of nausea, vomiting, thinning of the stool;
• epigastric pain;
• impaired function of the liver (increased transaminases);
• hepatitis, jaundice;
• vestibular disorders;
• hair loss;
• impaired renal function;
• allergic manifestations (urticaria, Quincke's edema).

Very rarely, when taking large doses of Flucostat, signs of an overdose may appear:

• psychomotor agitation;
• hallucinations.

In cases of overdose, gastric lavage is performed and symptomatic treatment is prescribed. Also in this case, hemodialysis is effective.

When the drug is contraindicated

Contraindications for the appointment of "Flucostat" are the following pathologies:

• individual intolerance to the drug;
• renal failure;
• liver failure;
• severe heart disease with rhythm disturbance;
• alcoholism.

Acquisition and analogues

You can buy "Flucostat" in any pharmacy without a doctor’s prescription. The cost of one package is from 200 to 380 rubles and depends on the dosage, number of tablets, trade margin (data for October 2017).

In addition, there are many analogues of Flucostat in pharmacy chains:

• "Fluconazole";
• "Diflason";
• "Mikosist";
• «Diflucan»;
• Mikomaks.

These preparations also contain fluconazole as the main active ingredient. Indications and dosages are similar to Flucostat, therefore, these drugs can be purchased in the absence of the latter in a pharmacy.

Thus, "Flucostat" is an effective antifungal agent of systemic action. It can be used to treat candidiasis of the mucous membranes and skin, including generalized forms of the disease. However, in each case, you need to consult a doctor who will tell you the correct treatment regimen and dosage of the medicine.

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