Yeast infection
Candida species are the most likely yeast pathogens in immunocompromised adults without HIV infection. To assess if antifungal prophylaxis against yeast infection is indicated, see Assessing the need for antimicrobial prophylaxis in immunocompromised adults without HIV infection. Prophylaxis against yeast infection is not necessary if the patient is taking prophylaxis against mould infection.
For antifungal prophylaxis against infection with yeast (eg Candida species), use:
fluconazole 200 mg orally, daily. For dosage adjustment in adults with kidney impairment, see fluconazole dosage adjustment. For duration of prophylaxis, see Assessing the need for antimicrobial prophylaxis in immunocompromised adults without HIV infection. fungal infection prophylaxis (immunocompromised adult without HIV) fluconazole
Some centres use a higher dosage of fluconazole (eg 400 mg daily) for allogeneic haematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) patients—refer to local protocols.