Question 1

can taking medication cause new symptoms of seasonal allergies? i had to take diflucan for about 1 1/2 months and ever since i started it and stopped a month ago i've been experiencing a tingling sensation in my nose that i've never had before?

Accepted Answer

: In order to figure out what this new sensation is from, you need to see a doctor and be examined. Your family doctor is a good place to start and then the family doctor can refer you to an ear nose and throat doctor if needed. Hope you feel better soon! Best of luck to you!

Question 2

why would i all of a sudden develop an allergy to diflucan (fluconazole)? never had allergies before

Accepted Answer

Cause unknown: We do not understand completely why someone would develop an allergy to a medication, but it does happen. It is very important that once you develop an allergy to a medication that you avoid it in the future. This is because repeated exposures to an allergen tend to cause worse symptoms with repeated exposures.

Question 3

i have multiple drug allergies so am always nervous to try meds. is diflucan (fluconazole) generally safe? i use monistat w/no probs, but not working this time.

Accepted Answer

Allergies or..: Side effects rather, often confused as allergies, true multiple drug allergy syndrome is rare. Diflucan, (fluconazole) is a prescription drug, at any rate, if in doubt and don't know whether you're are going to have a reaction to a certain drug, take the first dose in the prescriber's office, ER or urgent care waiting area,stay for an hour,if nothing happens, go home,if severe reaction,you're where you should be

Question 4

what is the definition or description of: fluconazole allergy?

Accepted Answer

Fluconazole allergy: Allergies occur when the immune system produces antibodies in reaction to allergens.  Fluconazole is an antifungal medication. Potential allergic rxn could include  hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.  REF:  http://www.emedicinehealth.com/drug-fluconazole/article_em.htm#sideeffects

Question 5

vulvar irritation, no infection. took fluconazole 6 weeks but pain always comes back! could it be an allergy? currently using candacort cream.

Accepted Answer

Yes: vulvar  itching without discharge can indicate infections like yeast or stis like herpes. It can indicate an allergic reaction to household products like certain soaps and laundry detergents. There are also some skin conditions liked lichen sclerosis which can cause vaginal itching. A vulvar biopsy can often be helpful to determine the cause and treatment.

Question 6

what causes vaganal itching? what can i use ? i have already taken a pill called diflucan (fluconazole)

Accepted Answer

Many things: Aside from yeast infections (i assume this from diflucan) vaginal itching can result from dryness, use of certain spermicides, a sexually transmitted disease and possibly hormonal changes. These can be determined by your gyn.

Question 7

alt 42 57 28 over 1 month. had been off diflucan (fluconazole) + other meds just 1 week b4 test #1. safe to assume meds caused it or do i need to test for wilson's?

Accepted Answer

ALTs: Wilson's is an extremely unlikely cause of your alt elevation. It's not a common disease at all and there are so many other reasons to have elevated alt besides that. Diflucan (fluconazole) can cause liver enzyme elevation, although, your #s are not high. 57 is by far the only one abnormal as far as i could tell and that is only by a few points. I would not stop Diflucan (fluconazole) in my patient with these #s but consult.

Question 8

will diflucan (fluconazole) cause depression?

Accepted Answer

No: I reviewed and could not find depression listed as a common or a rare side effect of diflucan (fluconazole).

Question 9

can diflucan (fluconazole) cause elevated blood sugars?

Accepted Answer

Diflucan: Although I have read anectdotals that state blood sugar changes can occur I did not see this as a listed metabolic side effect on Drugs.Com.

Question 10

how soon after taking diflucan/fluconazole would you get a hives rash.. if it was that, that causes it?

Accepted Answer

Fluconazole allergy: Fluconazole can cause allergic drug rash, including hives. It could start any time from a few minutes arter taking it to a couple of days later. If the hives beyond 2-3 days, probably fluconazole wasn't the cause. However, if in doubt or any questions, check with the doctor or clinic where fluconazole was prescribed.

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A member asked:

Can taking medication cause new symptoms of seasonal allergies? i had to take diflucan for about 1 1/2 months and ever since i started it and stopped a month ago i've been experiencing a tingling sensation in my nose that i've never had before?

A member asked:

Why would i all of a sudden develop an allergy to diflucan (fluconazole)? never had allergies before

A member asked:

I have multiple drug allergies so am always nervous to try meds. is diflucan (fluconazole) generally safe? i use monistat w/no probs, but not working this time.

A member asked:

What is the definition or description of: fluconazole allergy?

A member asked:

Vulvar irritation, no infection. took fluconazole 6 weeks but pain always comes back! could it be an allergy? currently using candacort cream.

A member asked:

What causes vaganal itching? what can i use ? i have already taken a pill called diflucan (fluconazole)

A member asked:

Alt 42 57 28 over 1 month. had been off diflucan (fluconazole) + other meds just 1 week b4 test #1. safe to assume meds caused it or do i need to test for wilson's?

A member asked:

Will diflucan (fluconazole) cause depression?

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Can diflucan (fluconazole) cause elevated blood sugars?

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How soon after taking diflucan/fluconazole would you get a hives rash.. if it was that, that causes it?

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