Nashville, TN
A 32-year-old female asked:
I will be taking 150 mg single dose of fluconazole monday for a yeast infection. when is it safe to consume alcohol again (3 days ok)? will this medication affect the birth control pill, ashlyna?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Richard Romanoanswered
Internal Medicine 11 years experience
Medications: There is no interaction between Ashylna and fluconazole. Alcohol (ethanol) is the toxic waste product of a fungus and toxic to our bodies. It has addictive qualities. I recommend that my patient avoid alcohol.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
119 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
Related questions
A 21-year-old female asked:
On Nitrofurantoin. Last day is Tuesday (apr 19). When should I take Fluconazole for yeast infection? Also on birth control (Junel fe 1/20)
Dr. Charles Gordonanswered
Specializes in Adolescent Medicine
Not clear yet: You don't take an antibiotic to "head them off at the pass". Hopefully you won't develop a yeast infection. If you do then there are several approache... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
1.4k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 30-year-old female asked:
I was perscribed Cephalexin for a uti and fluconazole for a yeast infection. Will these interfere with my tri-sprintec birth control?
Dr. Navita Modianswered
Obstetrics and Gynecology 27 years experience
Not at all : Donot worry it will not effect but to be on safe side your partner should use condoms while on antibiotics during sexual activity
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
255 viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 34-year-old female asked:
I took the single dose 150 mg diflucan pill yesterday morning for a yeast infection. Can I drink coffee/alcohol? Symptoms are mild now and better.
Dr. Yelena Kipervasanswered
Family Medicine 25 years experience
Yes: You can drink coffee and alcohol as well. Just be rational. Be well
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
708 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Dr. Mark Roberts commented
Family Medicine 44 years experience
I typically will prescribe 2 or 3 tabs of Diflucan, a tablet every three days, for a better cure rate.
May 6, 2017
A 21-year-old female asked:
Do multiple doeses of diflucan (used to treat yeast infections) make birth control pills less effective?
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Don't know which: oral contraceptive you are referring to. Diflucan can impact effectiveness of some oral contraceptives which may lead to recommendations to use ... Read More
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
520 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
A 21-year-old female asked:
Does diflucan (used to treat yeast infections) make birth control pills Reclipsen less effective?
Dr. Heidi Fowleranswered
Psychiatry 27 years experience
Yes: It can. You may need to use a back up form of birth control temporarily.
Created for people with ongoing healthcare needs but benefits everyone.
520 viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Dec 1, 2019
People also asked
Connect with a U.S. board-certified doctor by text or video anytime, anywhere.
24/7 visits - just $44!
50% off with $19/month membership
Disclaimer:
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.