Fluconazole is an antifungal medication used to prevent and treat various fungal and yeast infections. It is commonly used to treat candidiasis, which can affect different parts of the body, including the mouth, throat, esophagus, lungs, bladder, and blood. Additionally, it is used to prevent fungal infections in individuals with a weakened immune system due to conditions such as HIV, AIDS, or after a bone marrow transplant. Fluconazole works by stopping the growth of certain types of fungus and belongs to a class of drugs called azole antifungals
. It is also used to treat meningitis caused by fungal infections in people with HIV or AIDS
. Fluconazole is available in various forms, such as oral tablets and oral suspension, and is generally well tolerated
. It is important to use fluconazole as prescribed by a doctor and to be aware of potential drug interactions and side effects
