It is sold under many different names in other parts of the world. Antifungals fight infections caused by fungus. Roerig manufactures it. Fluconazole is used to fight fungal infections that can't be treated with skin lotions or creams. It works against several different types of fungus, including the yeast infection called candidiasis or thrush.
Many germs live in our bodies or are common in our surroundings.
A healthy immune system can fight them off or keep them under control. However, HIV infection can weaken the immune system. People with advanced HIV disease can get opportunistic infections. See Fact Sheet 500 for more information on Opportunistic Infections . The yeast infection candidiasis, or thrush, is fairly common.