Fluconazole 200mg is an antifungal medication used to treat a variety of fungal infections, including candidiasis (oral thrush, vaginal yeast infections), cryptococcal meningitis, and other systemic fungal infections. It belongs to the triazole class of antifungals, working by inhibiting the enzyme lanosterol 14α-demethylase, which is crucial for fungal cell membrane synthesis. This disruption weakens the fungal cell membrane, effectively stopping fungal growth and infection progression. Fluconazole 200mg is well-absorbed orally and has excellent tissue penetration, including the central nervous system, making it effective for systemic infections. It is commonly prescribed as a single-dose therapy for uncomplicated infections or as a prolonged course for severe or chronic fungal infections.
