Brand Names:
Diflucan


Drug Type: Antifungal

Fluconazole

Fluconazole (Diflucan) is an antifungal drug used for treating certain fungal infections, including Cryptococcosis, Aspergillous, Candidiasis (sour crop), Blastomycosis and Histoplasmosis in poultry.

Fluconazole generally has fewer side effects than other antifungal drugs, however it is also less effective than other drugs, such as intraconazole. It is highly water soluble and is readily absorbed from the GI tract regardless of acidity or food intake.

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  • 2-6 mg/kg, administered orally q12-24h (B Speer 2016)
  • allergic reaction
  • diarrhea
  • loss of appetite
  • dark urine
  • jaundice
  • pale mucous membranes
  • Amphotericin B
  • Cyclosporine
  • Hydrochlorothisazide
  • Rifampin