Decreases ergosterol synthesis by interfering cytochrome P450 activity, thus including B dermatitis candida app., C immitis, C. Neoformans, epidermaphyton spp., H. Capsulatum, micosporum app., trichophyton spp.
Fungal infection caused by susceptible organism including oropharyngeal or esophageal candidates, serious systematic candidate infection. Urinary tract infection peritonitis cryptococcal meningitis.
Dosage for vaginal candidiasis
Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years) Typical dosage: One 150-mg dose.
Dosage for nonvaginal candidiasis
Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years)
Child dosage (ages 6 months through 17 years)
Dosage for candidiasis prevention
Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years)
Dosage for cryptococcal meningitis
Adult dosage (ages 18–64 years)
Child dosage (ages 6 months through 17 years) Dosage for children is based on weight.
Treatment length: Treatment typically lasts 10–12 weeks after a test called a cerebrospinal fluid culture no longer detects bacteria.