Patients receive fluconazole three times each week.
At least 1 episode of thrush in the past 6 months, but fewer than 3 episodes within the last 3 months. Ability to tolerate oral medications. Life expectancy of at least 6 months. History of esophageal candidiasis. History of thrush unresponsive to 200 mg daily of fluconazole or requiring more than 14 days of treatment.