Forcan 50 mg Tablet

Forcan 50 mg Tablet is an oral antifungal medicine that contains 50 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 of the mouth, throat, esophagus, skin, vagina, and other areas when prescribed. Because it is a tablet taken by mouth, Forcan 50 mg Tablet is a convenient lower-strength option for treatment plans that need smaller, adjustable doses of fluconazole.

How it works: Fluconazole works by stopping fungi from making ergosterol, a substance they need to build and protect their cell membrane. In tablet form, Forcan 50 mg Tablet is swallowed and absorbed into the body, where it can help clear the infection over time as directed by a doctor.

Forcan 50 mg Tablet is the lower-strength tablet in this product line, compared with Forcan 150 mg Tablet and Forcan 200 mg Tablet. A doctor may choose the 50 mg strength when a smaller daily dose is needed, when treatment needs to be adjusted more gradually, or when the prescribed regimen calls for repeated low-dose therapy rather than a single higher-dose tablet.

• Vaginal yeast infection
• Oral thrush
• Esophageal candidiasis
• Fungal skin infections
• Prevention or treatment of certain Candida infections

• Swallow Forcan 50 mg Tablet whole with water unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
• You may take it with or without food; food does not usually affect this tablet much.
• Take it at the same time each day if your prescription is for daily use.
• Do not take extra tablets to make up for a missed dose unless your doctor instructs you.
• Finish the full course even if symptoms improve sooner.
• Use the exact schedule prescribed, since fluconazole dosing varies by infection and patient needs.

Each Forcan 50 mg Tablet provides 50 mg of fluconazole. Depending on the infection, this strength may be taken once daily, on a specific intermittent schedule, or as part of a longer treatment plan; the maximum daily amount depends on the condition being treated and must be set by the prescriber.

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

Common side effects of Fluconazole may include:

• Nausea
• Headache
• Stomach pain
• Diarrhea
• Dizziness
• Mild rash
• Changes in taste

• Tell your doctor if you have liver disease, kidney disease, or a history of long QT or heart rhythm problems.
• Use caution if you have had a serious skin reaction to fluconazole or other azole antifungals.
• Forcan 50 mg Tablet can interact with many medicines, so provide a full medication list before starting.
• Avoid alcohol if it worsens stomach upset or if your clinician advises against it because of liver concerns.
• This tablet should be used only as prescribed; fluconazole dosing can be very different depending on the infection.
• Ask your doctor before using it if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding.
• Do not drive if you feel dizzy or unwell after taking the tablet.

• Warfarin and other blood thinners
• Certain statins such as simvastatin or atorvastatin
• Some diabetes medicines, including sulfonylureas
• Medicines that can affect heart rhythm, including certain antiarrhythmics and some antibiotics
• Some seizure medicines and other strong prescription drugs that change fluconazole levels

Store Forcan 50 mg Tablet in its original strip/box at room temperature, away from moisture, heat, and out of reach of children.