Fluconazole 150 mg: uses, price & cheaper substitutes
Prescription required (Schedule H)
Common uses: Vaginal yeast infection (candidiasis) – usually a single 150 mg dose; Fungal skin infections such as ringworm (tinea), when creams alone are not enough, as prescribed.
Listed MRPs range from ₹5.16 to ₹20.64 per tablet across 7 listings. Use only on a doctor's prescription.
Price comparison
| Brand | Manufacturer | Pack | MRP | ₹ / tablet | As on |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fluconazole Tablets IP 150 mgJan Aushadhi | Jan Aushadhi (PMBJP) | 1 | ₹5.16 | ₹5.16 | 19 October 2026 |
| AF 150 | Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd | 1 | ₹12.27 | ₹12.27 | 19 October 2026 |
| Flucos 150 | Oaknet Healthcare Pvt Ltd | 6 | ₹77.29 | ₹12.88 | 19 October 2026 |
| Zocon 150 | FDC Ltd | 10 | ₹128.83 | ₹12.88 | 19 October 2026 |
| Fluka 150 | Cipla Ltd | 1 | ₹12.95 | ₹12.95 | 19 October 2026 |
| Forcan 150 | Cipla Ltd | 4 | ₹51.85 | ₹12.96 | 19 October 2026 |
| Syscan 150 | Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd | 1 | ₹20.64 | ₹20.64 | 19 October 2026 |
MRPs as printed/listed on the date shown; actual price may vary.
Uses
- Vaginal yeast infection (candidiasis) – usually a single 150 mg dose.
- Fungal skin infections such as ringworm (tinea), when creams alone are not enough, as prescribed.
- Oral thrush and oesophageal candidiasis.
- Preventing fungal infections in people with weak immunity, under a doctor's care.
- Fungal nail infections (longer courses, as decided by a doctor).
How to take it
For vaginal thrush, take a single 150 mg tablet with water, with or without food. For skin or nail fungus, doctors often prescribe 150 mg once a week for several weeks – follow the exact schedule. Do not take extra doses on your own; repeated self-medication can cause resistance and liver problems.
Side effects
Common
- Headache.
- Nausea, stomach pain, diarrhoea.
- Skin rash.
- Change in taste.
Serious
Stop and get medical help urgently if you notice any of these.
- Yellow skin or eyes, dark urine, severe tiredness (liver damage).
- Irregular heartbeat, fainting (QT prolongation).
- Severe skin reactions with blistering or peeling.
- Severe allergic reaction with swelling of the face or throat.
Safety information
Alcohol
Avoid alcohol, especially with repeated doses, because both affect the liver.
Pregnancy
Avoid in pregnancy unless your doctor considers it essential; repeated or high doses in early pregnancy have been linked to birth defects. Vaginal creams or pessaries are preferred in pregnancy. Acceptable in breastfeeding after a single dose – ask your doctor.
Kidney problems
For repeated dosing the dose is reduced in kidney disease. A single 150 mg dose usually needs no change.
Liver problems
Use with caution in liver disease; liver tests may be monitored during longer courses.
Children
Used in children only in weight-based doses prescribed by a doctor.
Missed dose
For weekly dosing, take it when you remember and then keep the same weekly day. Do not double.
Interactions
- Warfarin – bleeding risk increases markedly.
- Glimepiride, glibenclamide and other sulfonylureas – low blood sugar.
- Statins (atorvastatin, simvastatin) – higher risk of muscle damage.
- Medicines affecting heart rhythm – domperidone, ondansetron, amiodarone, some antibiotics and antipsychotics.
- Phenytoin, carbamazepine, ciclosporin, tacrolimus – levels rise.
- Rifampicin – lowers fluconazole levels.
Frequently asked questions
Forcan 150 – how many tablets for vaginal infection?
Usually a single 150 mg tablet. Some doctors repeat it after 3 days for severe or recurrent infections. Do not keep taking it weekly without a prescription.
Can I take Forcan 150 with alcohol?
Best avoided. Both fluconazole and alcohol are processed by the liver; the risk is higher with repeated weekly doses.
Forcan 150 before or after food?
Either. Food does not affect fluconazole absorption.
Is Fluconazole 150 safe in pregnancy?
Generally avoided, especially repeated doses in early pregnancy. Doctors usually prefer vaginal clotrimazole in pregnancy. Ask your doctor.
Can I take Forcan 150 weekly for ringworm (dad/khaj)?
Weekly fluconazole is sometimes prescribed for widespread tinea, but resistant ringworm is common in India and self-medication makes it worse. A dermatologist should choose the drug, dose and duration.
How long does Forcan 150 take to work?
For vaginal thrush, itching usually improves within 1 to 3 days after a single dose. If there is no improvement in a week, see your doctor – it may not be a yeast infection.
Can men take Forcan 150?
Yes, for fungal infections such as balanitis (yeast infection of the penis) when prescribed. The partner is often treated at the same time.
Does Forcan 150 need a prescription?
Yes. Fluconazole is a Schedule H medicine in India and should be sold against a prescription.
Sources
- NHS – Fluconazole (19 October 2026)
- MedlinePlus – Fluconazole (19 October 2026)
- NPPA Pharma Sahi Daam (ceiling prices) (19 October 2026)
- PMBI Jan Aushadhi Product & MRP List (19 October 2026)
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