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Funganox L 1% Cream

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Bioaltus Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Luliconazole (1% w/w)

Overview Funganox L 1% Cream

DermaFungi 1% Cream, an antifungal topical treatment, effectively combats various fungal skin infections including athlete's foot, tinea cruris, candidiasis, and ringworm, as well as associated dryness and scaling. Its mechanism involves eliminating the causative fungi. Adhere strictly to your physician's prescribed dosage and duration; exceeding this will not expedite healing and may worsen side effects. Most skin infections resolve within 2-4 weeks. Report any lack of improvement to your doctor. Maintaining cleanliness and dryness of the affected area, along with handwashing before and after application, enhances efficacy. For athlete's foot, ensure thorough sock/hosiery cleaning and daily shoe changes when feasible. Common, typically transient, side effects include application-site burning, irritation, itching, redness, and dryness. Persistent or bothersome effects warrant medical consultation. Seek immediate emergency care for allergic reactions (rash, lip/throat/facial swelling, breathing/swallowing difficulties, nausea). Avoid eye contact; rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical attention if accidental contact occurs. While unlikely, inform your doctor about concurrent medications (oral or injectable) or prior steroid use/antifungal allergies before commencing treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult their doctor prior to use.

Uses of Funganox L 1% Cream

Managing cutaneous mycoses

Major Benefits of Funganox L 1% Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application guidelines. Ensure the affected skin is clean and dry before applying the cream. Afterwards, wash your hands thoroughly, except if the affected area is on your hands.

Common Side effects of Funganox L 1% Cream:

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
  • Dry skin

How to use Funganox L 1% Cream:

Apply this medication solely to the skin's surface. Follow your physician's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application details prior to use. Ensure the affected area is clean and dry before applying the cream. Afterwards, wash your hands thoroughly, except when the hands themselves are the treatment site.

How Funganox L 1% Cream works:

DermaFungi L 1% Cream is an antifungal topical treatment for cutaneous fungal infections. Its mechanism involves disrupting the fungal cell membrane, thereby eliminating the infection and alleviating associated symptoms such as itching, burning, and skin irritation.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholNone

No known drug interactions.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Funganox L 1% Cream during pregnancy may pose risks. While human data is scarce, animal research indicates potential harm to the fetus. A physician will assess the potential advantages against any possible risks prior to recommending its use. Seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Use of Funganox L 1% Cream while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available evidence in humans indicates potential transfer to breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingNone

No known drug interactions.

KidneyKidneyNone

No known drug interactions.

LiverLiverNone

No known drug interactions.

What if you forget to take Funganox L 1% Cream :

Should you forget to use Funganox L 1% Cream, apply it immediately. Nevertheless, if your next application is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual routine. Avoid applying a double dose.

Facts to Know About Funganox L 1% Cream

LabelValue
Type of Compound Imidazole-based compounds
Potential for Dependence None.
Type of Medication SKIN

FAQs on Funganox L 1% Cream

The use of Funganox L 1% Cream is not recommended during pregnancy due to a lack of safety data. A physician should be consulted to weigh the potential risks against the benefits before using Funganox L 1% Cream during pregnancy if deemed essential.
Funganox L 1% Cream demonstrates fungicidal action by inhibiting fungal proliferation. This effect stems from its reduction of ergosterol, a crucial component of the fungal cell membrane, thus resulting in its fungicidal properties.
Apply Funganox L 1% Cream precisely as directed by your physician. For athlete's foot affecting the spaces between toes, a thin layer should be applied to the infected area and extended to encompass at least one inch of adjacent healthy skin. Apply once daily for a two-week period. In cases of jock itch or ringworm, apply similarly, covering the affected area plus an inch of surrounding skin, once daily for one week. Hand washing is essential after each application.
Funganox L 1% Cream exhibits varied efficacy depending on the specific condition. Interdigital athlete's foot typically shows improvement within four weeks, although a six-week treatment period may be necessary for some individuals. Conversely, jock itch and ringworm often demonstrate improvement within three weeks, with a potential extension to four weeks in certain cases.
Store Funganox L 1% Cream in its original container, tightly sealed, and inaccessible to children. Maintain storage at room temperature (20°C to 25°C), protected from light, excessive heat, and humidity; avoid bathroom storage.
Funganox L 1% Cream has demonstrated safe and effective use in children over two years old. Its efficacy and safety profile in children is comparable to that seen in adults.
Funganox L 1% Cream
172
MRP 210
18% off