Fonaz Powder for Oral Suspension is reconstituted to fluconazole 50 mg per 5 ml — a triazole antifungal used in children and adults for oropharyngeal and oesophageal candidiasis, candiduria, certain systemic Candida infections and cryptococcal disease, plus prophylaxis in selected immunocompromised patients. Prescription required.

Key Benefits

• Triazole antifungal with broad activity against Candida species and Cryptococcus
• Treats oral thrush (oropharyngeal candidiasis) and oesophageal candidiasis
• Used for selected systemic Candida infections and cryptococcal meningitis prophylaxis as directed
• Liquid form allows accurate weight-based dosing for infants and children
• Once-daily dosing supports good adherence
• Reconstituted powder gives a stable, palatable suspension for paediatric use

How to Use

1. A pharmacist or caregiver should reconstitute the powder by adding the specified volume of clean drinking water, shaking well until uniform.
2. Shake the bottle thoroughly before each dose.
3. Measure each dose with the supplied syringe or measuring cup for accuracy — not a kitchen spoon.
4. Dose is weight-based in children; follow the doctor's prescription exactly.
5. Usually given once daily; can be taken with or without food.
6. Complete the full prescribed course even if symptoms improve to prevent relapse.
7. Tell the doctor about liver or kidney disease, heart rhythm problems and any other medicines, especially those affecting heart rhythm or metabolised by the liver.
8. Store the reconstituted suspension as directed (usually at room temperature) and discard the remainder after the recommended period (commonly 14 days).

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is Fonaz Oral Suspension used for?
A: It treats fungal infections, especially oral thrush, oesophageal candidiasis, certain systemic Candida infections and cryptococcal disease in children and adults.

Q: Is Fonaz a prescription medicine?
A: Yes. Fluconazole is a prescription antifungal and must be used under medical supervision, with weight-based paediatric dosing.

Q: How is the dose calculated for children?
A: Doses are based on the child's weight and the type of infection. The doctor will calculate the correct mg/kg dose and the matching millilitres of suspension.

Q: How long is treatment continued?
A: Course length depends on the infection — usually 7–14 days for oral thrush, longer for oesophageal or systemic infections. Always complete the full course.

Q: What side effects can occur?
A: Nausea, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, headache, rash, and changes in liver enzymes. Rarely, serious skin reactions or heart rhythm problems with high doses or interacting drugs.

Q: Are there important drug interactions?
A: Yes. Fluconazole interacts with many medicines (e.g. some antiarrhythmics, statins, oral hypoglycaemics, anticoagulants and others). Always inform your doctor and pharmacist about all current medicines.