Pieco 200mg Tablet
strip of 3.0 tablets.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Fluconazole (200mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Piecan Pharma Pvt. Ltd. |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Pieco 200mg Tablet is used to treat fungal infections of the mouth, throat, vagina, and other parts of the body including fingernails and toenails. Pieco 200mg Tablet should be taken in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. It should be swallowed whole and can be taken with or without food. The dosage and length of treatment will depend on the condition you are being treated for. Sometimes this will be in cycles of use and non-use. To get the most benefit, take this medicine at evenly spaced times and continue using it until your prescription is finished, even if your symptoms disappear after a few days. If you stop treatment too early, the infection may return and if you miss doses you can increase your risk of infections that are resistant to further treatment.
Pieco 200mg Tablet is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane thereby treating your skin infection.
What is Pieco 200mg Tablet used for?
Pieco 200mg Tablet is an antifungal medicine that treats various fungal infections such as Cryptococcal meningitis, Coccidioidomycosis, Candida bloodstream infections, and mucosal thrush. It also helps with skin infections like athlete's foot, ringworm, jock itch, nail infection, and genital thrush.
Can Pieco 200mg Tablet be taken with oral contraceptives (OCPs) or birth control pills?
Pieco 200mg Tablet may interact with estradiol, a component of some oral contraceptives. Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you are taking birth control pills to avoid potential interactions.
Can Pieco 200mg Tablet cause hair loss?
Yes, Pieco 200mg Tablet may cause hair loss as a rare side effect. If you experience excessive hair loss during treatment, consult your doctor for guidance.
Is Pieco 200mg Tablet effective?
Yes, Pieco 200mg Tablet is effective when used in the recommended dose and duration by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement; continued treatment is essential to fully clear the infection.
Is Pieco 200mg Tablet fungistatic or fungicidal?
Pieco 200mg Tablet primarily has a fungistatic effect, controlling fungal growth. However, it may also exhibit fungicidal activity against certain organisms, such as Cryptococcus.
Does Pieco 200mg Tablet treat urinary tract infection (UTI)?
Pieco 200mg Tablet is used to treat UTIs caused by Candida. However, if the cause of your UTI is bacterial or unknown, consult your doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment.
Can I take Pieco 200mg Tablet with alcohol?
Yes, Pieco 200mg Tablet can be taken with alcohol without known interactions. However, consult your doctor about the use of alcohol while taking this medication to ensure safe and effective treatment.
What if I forget to take a dose of Pieco 200mg Tablet?
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible unless it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose; skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule.
Is Pieco 200mg Tablet safe to be used in pregnancy?
No, Pieco 200mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy due to potential harm to the developing baby. If you become pregnant while taking this medication, consult your doctor about alternative treatment options.
I feel better now, can I stop taking Pieco 200mg Tablet?
No, do not stop taking Pieco 200mg Tablet suddenly without consulting your doctor. Continued treatment is essential to ensure complete healing and prevent infection recurrence.
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pieco 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
- Your doctor has prescribed Pieco 200mg Tablet to cure your infection and improve symptoms.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- 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.
- Inform your doctor if you develop severe skin rash like blistering of the skin along with fever.
Alcohol
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with Pieco 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Pieco 200mg Tablet 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.
Pregnancy
Pieco 200mg Tablet 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.
