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I took 150mg single dose once of fluconazole. how long until its out of my system? will it effect my birth control pill? when can i drink alcohol?

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Dr. Jeff Livingston answered

Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Fluconazole: Fluconazole does not affect birth control. Alcohol consumption does not need to be restricted after single dose Fluconazole. The half life of one dose is 30 hours.

Answered 11/24/2020

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