This article describes Diflucan’s dosages and strengths and gives details on how to take it. You’ll also find information on cost savings and coupon options for Diflucan. If you want to know more about Diflucan, see this overview article. It covers details about the drug’s uses and side effects, ways to save on cost, and more.
Diflucan is a brand-name medication that comes as an oral tablet and liquid suspension (a type of liquid mixture). It’s available in a generic version called fluconazole. This article describes dosages of Diflucan.
Forms and strengths of Diflucan
Diflucan comes in these forms and strengths:
| Form | How to take | Strengths |
| liquid suspension | take by swallowing | • 50 milligrams (mg) per 5 milliliters (mL) • 200 mg/5 mL |
| oral tablet | take by swallowing | • 50 mg • 100 mg • 150 mg • 200 mg |
Dosage of Diflucan
This article describes the recommended dosages for Diflucan. The drugmaker provides these dosages.
If your doctor prescribes this medication, you should follow the dosage they prescribe. Your doctor will determine the dosage that best meets your needs. Do not change your dosage of Diflucan without your doctor’s recommendation.
Usual recommended dosages of Diflucan in adults
Dosage for certain fungal infections, including yeast infection
The following table provides the recommended dosages of Diflucan for adults. The dosages are in milligrams (mg).
| Purpose | Recommended dosage |
| treat vaginal yeast infection | 150 mg as one single dose |
| treat oral thrush | 200 mg on day 1, followed by 100 mg once per day |
| treat blood infection | dose and frequency determined by your doctor |
| treat pneumonia | dose and frequency determined by your doctor |
| treat urinary tract infection (UTI) | 50–200 mg once per day |
| treat peritonitis | 50–200 mg once per day |
| treat meningitis | 400 mg on day 1, followed by 200–400 mg once per day |
| prevent fungal infections | 400 mg once per day |
Dosages of Diflucan in children
Diflucan is prescribed for certain fungal infections in children ages 6 months and older. This drug should not be used in children younger than 6 months of age. In some children, the types of fungal infections for which Diflucan may be used include:
- oral thrush
- blood infection
- meningitis
The following table provides the recommended dosages of Diflucan for children. The dosages are based on your child’s weight and are listed in milligrams (mg) and kilograms (kg).*
| Purpose | Recommended dosage |
| treat oral thrush | 6 mg/kg on day 1, followed by 3 mg/kg once per day |
| treat blood infection | 6–12 mg/kg once per day |
| treat meningitis | 12 mg/kg on day 1, followed by 6–12 mg/kg once per day |
* For reference, 1 kg is about 2.2 pounds (lb).
Dosage adjustments for Diflucan
Your doctor will prescribe a dosage of Diflucan based on several factors. These include:
- the specific condition being treated and how severe it is
- your age
- other health conditions you may have
Missed dose of Diflucan
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist right away if you realize you forgot to take a dose of Diflucan. They may advise you to take the missed dose. Or they may advise you to skip it and take your next dose as scheduled.
For tips on how to plan your doses of Diflucan and avoid missing a dose, read this article. You could also try:
- downloading a reminder app on your phone
- setting an alarm
- putting a note where you’ll see it, such as on your calendar, bathroom mirror, or bedside table
Frequently asked questions
Below are answers to some commonly asked questions about Diflucan and its dosage.
Do older adults need a lower dosage of Diflucan?
Possibly. In older adults, Diflucan may take longer to clear out of the body compared to younger adults. This means that Diflucan can reach higher levels in older adults, which, in turn, may raise the risk of side effects. Due to this risk, doctors may prescribe a lower dosage of Diflucan if you’re 65 years or older.
If you have questions about the right dosage of Diflucan for you, talk with your doctor.
Is Diflucan taken long term?
No, doctors don’t typically prescribe Diflucan as a long-term treatment. It’s usually recommended for short-term use.
If you have questions about how long you should take Diflucan, talk with your doctor.
How Diflucan is taken
You’ll swallow Diflucan oral tablet or liquid suspension (a type of liquid mixture) as one single dose or once per day. You can take the drug with or without food.
Your doctor may advise that you take this medication around the same time each day. This helps keep a consistent amount of the drug in your body. And that can help the drug work more effectively.
Diflucan oral tablet can be cut or crushed. If it’s hard for you to swallow tablets, view this article. It provides suggestions on how to swallow medications that come in pill form.
Also, be sure to talk with your doctor or pharmacist if you’re having difficulty taking your medication. They can offer recommendations about taking it.
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It’s important that you do not take more Diflucan than your doctor prescribes. Doing so can lead to harmful effects.
Symptoms of Diflucan overdose
Symptoms of an overdose can include:
- hallucinations (hearing or seeing things that aren’t real)
- paranoid behavior
What to do if you take too much Diflucan
If you think you’ve taken too much Diflucan, call your doctor or pharmacist right away. Or you could call 800-222-1222 to speak with someone at America’s Poison Centers. You can also use its online resource. If you have severe symptoms, call 911 or a local emergency number immediately. You can also go to the closest emergency room.
What to ask your doctor
This article describes the usual recommended dosages for Diflucan. If your doctor prescribes this medication, they’ll determine the dosage that’s best for you.
Do not change your dosage of Diflucan without your doctor’s recommendation. You should take Diflucan exactly as your doctor prescribes it. Let your doctor know if you have concerns or questions about your treatment plan.
Here’s a list of some possible questions you may want to ask your doctor:
- Will my dosage of Diflucan change if I take other drugs with it?
- How long do I need to take Diflucan?
- Will my dosage of Diflucan change if my infection isn’t going away?
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