Fluconazole (oral)
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Overview
Fluconazole is a triazole antifungal drug used in the treatment and prevention of superficial and systemic fungal infections. In a bulk powder form, it appears as a white crystalline powder, and it is very slightly soluble in water and soluble in alcohol.[1] It is commonly marketed under the trade names Diflucan and Trican (Pfizer).
Category
Antifungal
US Brand Names
DIFLUCAN®
FDA Package Insert
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Mechanism of Action
Azole group antifungal drug.