Drug Name

Forcan (Diflucan)

Drug Uses

Forcan is used for treating and preventing certain yeast and fungal infections. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

How to use

Use Forcan as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• Take Forcan by mouth with or without food.
• Take Forcan at least 2 hours before proton pump inhibitors (eg, omeprazole).
• To clear up your infection completely, take Forcan for the full course of treatment. Keep taking it even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any doses.
• Forcan works best if it is taken at the same time each day.

Drug Class and Mechanism

Forcan is an azole antifungal. It kills sensitive fungi by interfering with the formation of the fungal cell membrane.

Missed Dose

Forcan is an azole antifungal. It kills sensitive fungi by interfering with the formation of the fungal cell membrane.

Storage

Store Forcan below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Forcan out of the reach of children and away from pets.

Warnings/Precautions

Do NOT use Forcan if:

• you are allergic to any ingredient in Forcan
• you are taking astemizole, an aldosterone blocker (eg, eplerenone), cisapride, an ergot alkaloid (eg, ergotamine), erythromycin, pimozide, a serotonin (5-HT1) receptor agonist (eg, eletriptan), or terfenadine

Before using Forcan:
Some medical conditions may interact with Forcan . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

• if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding
• if you are taking any prescription or nonprescription medicine, herbal preparation, or dietary supplement
• if you have allergies to medicines, foods, or other substances
• if you have a weakened immune system, kidney or liver disease, or an irregular heartbeat
• if you are allergic to other azole antifungals (eg, itraconazole)

Possible Side Effects

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:
Changes in taste; dizziness; headache; nausea; stomach pain.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); diarrhea; scaly, red skin over a large portion of the body; swollen or tender abdomen; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

More Information

If you have any questions about Forcan, please talk with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
Forcan is to be used only by the patient for whom it is prescribed. Do not share it with other people.
If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, check with your doctor.