Forcan 200 mg Tablet

Forcan 200 mg Tablet is an oral antifungal medicine that contains 200 mg of fluconazole in each tablet. It belongs to the azole class of antifungals and is used to treat certain fungal and yeast infections, including infections that affect the mouth, throat, esophagus, vagina, skin, and some internal organs. Because it is a 200 mg tablet, it is a stronger prescription form that may be chosen when a doctor wants a higher dose in a single tablet. The exact use and length of treatment depend on the type and severity of the infection.

How it works: Fluconazole works by blocking a fungal enzyme needed to make ergosterol, an important part of the fungal cell membrane. Without that membrane support, the fungus cannot grow properly and gradually dies off; the Forcan 200 mg Tablet delivers this medicine by mouth for whole-body treatment.

Forcan 200 mg Tablet is a higher-strength fluconazole tablet compared with Forcan 50 mg Tablet and Forcan 150 mg Tablet. It may be selected for adults who need a larger dose per tablet, a treatment plan built around 200 mg dosing, or a regimen where taking fewer tablets is helpful. This strength is not the same as a routine low-dose starter tablet, so it should be used only as directed after a doctor has assessed the infection.

• Yeast infections
• Oral thrush
• Esophageal candidiasis
• Vaginal candidiasis
• Skin fungal infections
• Certain systemic fungal infections

• Swallow the Forcan 200 mg Tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Take it exactly on the schedule your doctor prescribed; do not change the dose on your own.
• You may take this tablet with or without food.
• Take it at the same time each day if your prescription is once-daily.
• Finish the full course even if symptoms start to improve.
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless your pharmacist or doctor specifically says it is okay.

Each Forcan 200 mg Tablet provides 200 mg of fluconazole per tablet. Depending on the infection, it may be taken once, once daily, or on another schedule set by the prescriber; the maximum daily amount depends on the condition being treated and your doctor’s instructions. Because this is a higher-strength tablet, the dose should be individualized by a healthcare professional and not self-adjusted.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Fluconazole may include:

• Nausea
• Diarrhea
• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Dizziness
• Rash
• Taste changes

• Use caution with Forcan 200 mg Tablet if you have liver disease or a history of abnormal liver tests.
• Tell your doctor if you have heart rhythm problems, low potassium or magnesium, or a history of QT prolongation.
• This higher-strength tablet should only be taken under medical guidance, especially if you also take many other medicines.
• Avoid alcohol if it worsens stomach upset or if your doctor has advised you to limit it because of liver concerns.
• Fluconazole can cause dizziness in some people, so be careful driving or operating machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Pregnant or breastfeeding patients should ask a clinician before using this medicine.
• Tell your prescriber about any previous reaction to fluconazole or other azole antifungals.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Certain diabetes medicines such as glipizide or glyburide
• Some statins, including simvastatin and atorvastatin
• QT-prolonging medicines such as amiodarone or certain antibiotics
• Certain seizure medicines such as phenytoin

Store Forcan 200 mg Tablet at room temperature in its original strip/box, away from moisture, heat, and direct light.