A 42-year-old member asked:
How soon after taking a diflucan (fluconazole) pill will the symptoms of a yeast infection subside?
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Dr. John Geisleranswered
Gynecologic Oncology 28 years experience
Diflucan (fluconazole): The symptoms of a yeast infection may last for up to a week after taking a one time dose.
5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
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Fort Wayne, IN
A 25-year-old female asked:
What will happen if i take diflucan (fluconazole) and I do not have a yeast infection?
3 doctor answers • 5 doctors weighed in

Dr. Boris Aronzonanswered
Anesthesiology 25 years experience
Nothing usually: Depends on the amount. At prescription level side effects described by manufacture can happen.
5.2k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated May 27, 2013
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