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    🍄 AntifungalsCapsule

    Ancobon

    Flucytosine

    Antifungal agent used in combination with amphotericin B for cryptococcal meningitis and serious Candida infections.

    Form

    Capsule

    Uses

    3

    Side effects

    5

    Category

    Antifungals

    01

    What is Ancobon used for?

    • Cryptococcal meningitis
    • Serious Candida infections
    • Urinary tract candidiasis
    02

    Flucytosine side effects

    Common side effects of Flucytosine include:

    Bone marrow suppression
    Nausea
    Vomiting
    Diarrhea
    Elevated liver enzymes
    CommonModerateLess common
    03

    Flucytosine warnings & precautions

    • Black box: extreme caution in renal impairment. Dose must be adjusted
    • Monitor CBC and liver/renal function closely

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    04

    Frequently asked questions

    05

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    Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the FDA openFDA database and is provided for educational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your physician or pharmacist before starting or changing medication.