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Lugazole 1% Cream

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Benedic Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd

Salt Composition

Luliconazole (1% w/w)

Overview Lugazole 1% Cream

Dermafung 1% Cream, an antifungal topical medication, effectively treats various skin fungal infections including tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris (jock itch), oral thrush, tinea corporis (ringworm), and xerosis (dry, scaly skin). Its mechanism involves eliminating the causative fungi. Apply Dermafung 1% Cream precisely as directed by your physician. Exceeding the prescribed dosage or frequency won't accelerate healing and may heighten adverse reactions. Most skin infections resolve within 2-4 weeks. Report any treatment inefficacy to your doctor. Maintaining cleanliness and dryness of the affected area, along with handwashing before and after application, enhances its effectiveness. For athlete's foot, ensure thorough sock/stocking cleaning and daily shoe changes if feasible. Common, typically mild and transient, side effects include application-site burning, irritation, itching, redness, and dryness. Persistent or bothersome side effects warrant medical consultation. Seek immediate medical assistance for allergic reactions (rash, lip/throat/facial swelling, breathing/swallowing difficulties, nausea). Avoid eye contact; rinse thoroughly with water and seek medical help if accidental contact occurs. While unlikely, inform your physician about concurrent medications (oral or injectable) or recent steroid-containing topical treatments, or prior antifungal allergies before commencing treatment. Pregnant or breastfeeding individuals should consult their doctor prior to use.

Uses of Lugazole 1% Cream

Managing cutaneous fungal infections

Major Benefits of Lugazole 1% Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions precisely regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application guidelines. Before use, ensure the affected skin is clean and completely dry; then, apply the cream. Wash your hands thoroughly afterward, except when the affected area is on your hands.

Common Side effects of Lugazole 1% Cream:

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

How to use Lugazole 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. Ensure the affected area is clean and dry before applying the cream. Afterwards, wash your hands thoroughly, except when the hands themselves are the affected area.

How Lugazole 1% Cream works:

Fungal skin infections respond to treatment with Lugazole 1% Cream, an antifungal agent. Its mechanism involves disrupting the fungal cell membrane, thus eliminating the infection and alleviating associated skin itching, irritation, and discomfort.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholNone

No drug interactions identified.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Lugazole 1% Cream during pregnancy may pose risks. While human research is scant, animal studies indicate potential harm to the fetus. A physician will assess the potential benefits against any risks prior to prescribing. Physician consultation is advised.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Application of Lugazole 1% Cream while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Preliminary human data indicate potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingNone

No drug interactions identified.

KidneyKidneyNone

No known drug interactions.

LiverLiverNone

No known drug interactions.

What if you forget to take Lugazole 1% Cream :

Should you forget a Lugazole 1% Cream application, use it at your earliest convenience. However, if your next scheduled application is imminent, omit the missed one and resume your usual dosing regimen. Never apply a double dose.

Facts to Know About Lugazole 1% Cream

LabelValue
Type of Compound Compounds derived from azoles
Potential for Dependence None.
Medication Classification CUTANEOUS

FAQs on Lugazole 1% Cream

The use of Lugazole 1% Cream is not recommended during pregnancy due to a lack of safety data. Nevertheless, a physician should be consulted to assess the potential benefits against the risks to the fetus should the cream's application be deemed necessary.
Lugazole 1% Cream possesses antifungal properties by inhibiting fungal growth. This action results from its reduction of ergosterol, a crucial component of the fungal cell membrane, thus achieving its fungicidal effect.
Apply Lugazole 1% Cream precisely as directed by your physician. For athlete's foot affecting the spaces between toes, a thin application should cover the infected area and extend one inch beyond. Apply once daily for a fortnight. For jock itch or ringworm, apply thinly to the affected area, extending one inch onto surrounding skin. Use once daily for seven days. Remember to wash your hands after each application.
Lugazole 1% Cream exhibits varied efficacy depending on the specific condition. Athlete's foot treatment between the toes usually shows improvement within four weeks, although a six-week timeframe may be necessary for some individuals. In contrast, jock itch and ringworm typically respond within three weeks, with a potential extension to four weeks in certain cases.
Store Lugazole 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 dampness; avoid bathroom storage.
Lugazole 1% Cream has demonstrated safe and effective use in children over two years old. Its safety and efficacy profile in children is comparable to that seen in adults.
Lugazole 1% Cream
193
MRP 235
17% off