Diflucan
Fluconazole tablets for yeast infections, including vaginal thrush. It prevents the fungus from building its cell wall.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50mg | 60 tablets | $94.00 | $1.57 |
| 50mg | 90 tablets | $125.00 | $1.39 |
| 50mg | 120 tablets | $155.00 | $1.29 |
| 50mg | 180 tablets | $219.00 | $1.22 |
| 50mg | 270 tablets | $314.00 | $1.16 |
| 50mg | 360 tablets | $405.00 | $1.13 |
| 100mg | 30 tablets | $95.00 | $3.17 |
| 100mg | 60 tablets | $142.00 | $2.37 |
| 100mg | 90 tablets | $188.00 | $2.09 |
| 100mg | 120 tablets | $235.00 | $1.96 |
| 100mg | 180 tablets | $329.00 | $1.83 |
| 100mg | 270 tablets | $469.00 | $1.74 |
| 150mg | 30 tablets | $83.00 | $2.77 |
| 150mg | 60 tablets | $125.00 | $2.08 |
| 150mg | 90 tablets | $164.00 | $1.82 |
| 150mg | 120 tablets | $207.00 | $1.73 |
| 150mg | 180 tablets | $288.00 | $1.60 |
| 150mg | 270 tablets | $410.00 | $1.52 |
| 200mg | 30 tablets | $107.00 | $3.57 |
| 200mg | 60 tablets | $154.00 | $2.57 |
| 200mg | 90 tablets | $201.00 | $2.23 |
| 200mg | 120 tablets | $249.00 | $2.08 |
| 200mg | 180 tablets | $342.00 | $1.90 |
| 200mg | 270 tablets | $487.00 | $1.80 |
| 400mg | 30 tablets | $177.00 | $5.90 |
| 400mg | 60 tablets | $266.00 | $4.43 |
| 400mg | 90 tablets | $355.00 | $3.94 |
| 400mg | 120 tablets | $445.00 | $3.71 |
| 400mg | 180 tablets | $622.00 | $3.46 |
| 400mg | 270 tablets | $888.00 | $3.29 |
- Category
- Antifungals
- Active ingredient
- Fluconazole
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 50mg · 100mg · 150mg · 200mg · 400mg
Diflucan is the reference name. You receive a generic with the same active ingredient and strength.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Diflucan on your behalf.
- Alternative names
- fluconazole
- Therapeutic class
- Triazole Antifungal
- Pharmacological class
- Antifungal Agent
- Contraindications
- concurrent use of QT-prolonging drugs; hypersensitivity to azole antifungals
- Minor side effects
- nausea; headache; abdominal pain
- Moderate side effects
- elevated liver transaminases; diarrhoea; rash
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- Pfizer
- Onset time
- 24–48 hours
- Duration
- 2–4 days
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C.
- Drug interactions
- Warfarin; Pimozide; Simvastatin
- Age restrictions
- Approved for paediatric and adult populations.
Serious side effects
Stevens-Johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention; severe hepatotoxicity, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Fluconazole tablets for yeast infections, including vaginal thrush. It prevents the fungus from building its cell wall.
Mechanism of action
Inhibits the enzyme lanosterol 14-alpha-demethylase, preventing vital ergosterol synthesis required for fungal cell walls.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Pregnancy: High dose linked to congenital defects. Breastfeeding: Confirm breastfeeding suitability with a qualified clinician or pharmacist before use.
FAQ
Will I receive the original Diflucan?
No. Diflucan is the original brand, made by Pfizer, and Direct Meds uses the name to identify the medicine: you receive a generic with the same active ingredient (fluconazole) at the strength you choose. The generic brand and manufacturer depend on available stock.
How much does Diflucan cost in South Africa?
Diflucan comes in 50mg, 100mg, 150mg, 200mg and 400mg strengths, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets, and the price of every option is shown above. Prices are set in US dollars and converted. Larger packs cost less per tablet.
Payment and prices →Is Diflucan sold under other names?
In South Africa, fluconazole is also sold under brand names such as Rucintix, Difluzole and Mycorest.
What is Diflucan used for?
Diflucan contains fluconazole, used for vulvovaginal candidiasis, systemic candidiasis and cryptococcal meningitis.
When does Diflucan start working?
Fluconazole usually starts to work within 24 to 48 hours. This varies from person to person.
What are the side effects of Diflucan?
The common side effects of fluconazole are nausea, headache and abdominal pain. Less common ones include elevated liver transaminases, diarrhoea and rash. Serious but less common side effects include Stevens-Johnson syndrome and severe liver damage (hepatotoxicity), which need urgent medical attention.
Which medicines interact with Diflucan?
Fluconazole can interact with warfarin, pimozide and simvastatin. Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take before you start taking Diflucan.
Is Diflucan available over the counter in South Africa?
Online, yes: Direct Meds does not ask for a prescription to order Diflucan. We are a broker, not a dispensing pharmacy. We arrange orders and delivery with our affiliated supplier on your behalf.
Ordering without a prescription →Where can I buy Diflucan in South Africa?
On Direct Meds: choose the strength and pack, then check out. Our affiliated supplier delivers across South Africa. Estimated delivery is 7 days with Express Delivery, which includes online tracking, or up to 3 weeks with Regular Delivery.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Diflucan names the medicine you are looking for. What ships is a generic version of it.
- A generic containing Fluconazole at the strength you pick.
- Which generic brand and maker ships depends on stock and destination.
- Check the active ingredient, strength, form, pack, seal, batch and expiry when it arrives.