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Compare Brexafemme vs. Fluconazole

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  • Brexafemme (ibrexafungerp)
    Fluconazole (Diflucan)
  • Brexafemme (ibrexafungerp)
    Fluconazole (Diflucan)

  • Summary of Brexafemme vs. Fluconazole

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription only

    Brexafemme (ibrexafungerp) is an antifungal that's used to treat vaginal yeast infections in adults and children who've started having menstrual periods. This medication can also help lessen the risk of having a vaginal yeast infection again. In general, the dose is 2 tablets by mouth twice a day for 1 day. Side effects of Brexafemme (ibrexafungerp) include diarrhea, nausea, and stomach pain. This medication has a risk of harming an unborn baby.

    Summary for Antifungal
    Prescription only

    Fluconazole (Diflucan) is an azole antifungal. It's used to treat different types of Candida infections, such as vaginal yeast infections and oral thrush. It can also treat a serious brain infection called cryptococcal meningitis. Oral fluconazole (Diflucan) is available as a tablet and suspension. It's taken by mouth as a one-time dose for vaginal yeast infections; it's typically taken once daily for other types of infections. Fluconazole (Diflucan) is generally well-tolerated, but some people can experience side effects like headache, nausea, and stomach pain. Fluconazole (Diflucan) can raise the risk of liver problems, so you're recommend to avoiding drinking alcohol while taking this medication.

  • Indications of Brexafemme vs. Fluconazole

    Indications for
    •Treatment of vaginal yeast infection
    •Lessen the occurrence of recurrent vaginal yeast infection
    Indications for
    •Treatment of infections caused by Candida:
    •Vaginal yeast infections
    •Mouth, throat, or esophagus infections, including oral thrush
    •Bloodstream infections
    •Urinary tract infections (UTIs)
    •Peritonitis (infection of the lining of the stomach)
    •Pneumonia
    •Prevention of Candida fungal infections for people having a bone marrow transplant
    •Cryptococcus meningitis

  • Pros and Cons of Brexafemme vs. Fluconazole

    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Only need to take for one day to treat vaginal yeast infection
    •Only need to take once a month to help lessen recurrent infections
    •Can provide symptom relief for at least 4 weeks after a dose
    Cons
    •Need to take twice in a day
    •Can't take during pregnancy
    •Need to use birth control if you can become pregnant because of the risk of harm to an unborn baby
    Pros and Const for Antifungal
    Pros
    •Taken once daily for most infections
    •Considered acceptable to take while breastfeeding
    •Oral liquid comes flavored for better taste
    •Available as a lower-cost generic
    Cons
    •Interacts with many medications
    •Not recommended during pregnancy due to the potential risk of harm to babies
    •Rare risk of liver problems

  • Common Side Effects of Brexafemme vs. Fluconazole

    Common Side Effects for
    •Diarrhea (17%)
    •Nausea (12%)
    •Stomach pain (11%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Single dose for vaginal yeast infection:

    •Headache (13%)
    •Nausea (7%)
    •Stomach pain (6%)
    •Diarrhea (3%)

    Multiple doses for other infections:

    •Nausea (4%)
    •Headache (2%)
    •Skin rash (2%)
    •Vomiting (2%)
    •Stomach pain (2%)
    •Diarrhea (2%)

  • Warnings of Brexafemme vs. Fluconazole

    Common Side Effects for
    •Harm to an unborn baby
    Common Side Effects for
    •Liver damage
    •Allergic reaction
    •Severe skin reaction
    •Harm to unborn babies

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