AF 200

AF 200 is an antifungal medication. It is used to treat antifungal and yeast infections affecting your skin, lungs, mouth, throat, meningitis, etc. The active ingredient present in the medication is Fluconazole. It acts by inhibiting the growth of the fungal cell wall, thus resulting in fungal cell death. Key Features About AF 200 Drug class: Triazole antifungals Chemical class: Fluorobenzenes Product details Active Ingredients Fluconazole Inactive Ingredients Microcrystalline cellulose Magnesium stearate Sodium lauryl sulfate Colloidal silicon dioxide Maize starch Dosage Form Tablet Route of administration Oral Packaging Blister Pack Strength 200 mg Used for Fungal Infections Manufacturer Systopic Laboratories Pvt Ltd Shelf life 24-36 months after the manufacturing date Storage Instructions Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture MECHANISM OF ACTION Fluconazole binds to the free nitrogen atom from the azole ring directly to the iron atom in the heme group of lanosterol 14-alpha demethylase. This binding prevents the activation of oxygen and halts the conversion of lanosterol into ergosterol, which is a vital component of the fungal cell plasma membrane. Without enough ergosterol, the cell begins to lose its characteristics thereby leading to cell death. USES AF 200 is used for vaginal infections, oral and throat infections, systemic fungal infections, skin and nail infections, brain and lung fungal infections, etc. SIDE EFFECTS Major & minor side effects include: Headache Stomach pain Vomiting Nausea Diarrhea Altered taste Skin rashes Hair loss (rare) Swelling of lips, face, eyelids, tongue, etc (rare) Heartburn Liver damage (rare) INTERACTIONS Anti-seizure medications: Phenytoin and carbamazepine levels can increase significantly, raising the risk of toxicity. Transplant rejection drugs: Cyclosporine, Tacrolimus, Sirolimus, etc levels can increase significantly, raising the risk of toxicity. Anticoagulants: Warfarin and other anticoagulants may cause increased effects raising the risk of bleeding. Antidiabetic medications: Sulfonylureas when combined with AF 200 can increase the risk of low blood sugar. PRECAUTIONS Do not use the medication if you are allergic to Fluconazole or any other active ingredients of the tablet. Do not self medicate as it can increase the risk of antifungal resistance. Use with caution or avoid it if you have a history of heart rhythm disorders or heart failure. Avoid taking antacids within 1 hour or 2 hours after taking AF 200. If you can, try to limit your alcohol intake, as this can worsen dizziness and place extra strain on your liver. Finish the full prescribed dosing, even if symptoms improve to prevent the infection from returning. Avoid driving or operating heavy machineries. CONCLUSION AF 200 (Fluconazole 200 mg) is a triazole antifungal used for a wide range of fungal and yeast infections. It is generally well tolerated, and most side effects, such as headache, nausea or stomach upset, are mild. Rarely, it can affect the liver or heart rhythm, and it interacts with several medicines, including blood thinners, anti-seizure drugs, transplant medications and diabetes tablets. Always tell your physician about every medicine you take before starting AF 200. For best results, take it exactly as prescribed, complete the full course even if you feel better, and avoid self-medicating, which can lead to antifungal resistance. FAQs #sp-ea-24745 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-24745.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 25px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-24745.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #0a0a0a;}#sp-ea-24745.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #ffffff; color: #0a0a0a;}#sp-ea-24745.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #ffffff;}#sp-ea-24745.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: right; color: #0a0a0a;font-size: 16px;}#sp-ea-24745.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon {margin-right: 0;} 1) What is AF 200? AF 200 is an antifungal medicine used to treat a number of fungal and yeast infections. 2) What are the side effects of AF 200? The side effects of AF 200 are headache, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, skin rashes, heartburn, etc. 3) Is AF 200 safe? Yes. AF 200 is safe and effective when used as prescribed by the healthcare provider. 4) Which medications should be avoided when using AF 200? Medications such as blood thinners, other antifungal drugs, diabetes medications, immunosuppressants, etc should be avoided when using AF 200. 5) What is the active ingredient present in AF 200? The active ingredient present in AF 200 is Fluconazole.