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Luguard 1% Cream

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Abony Healthcare Limited

Salt Composition

Luliconazole (1% w/w)

Overview Luguard 1% Cream

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

Uses of Luguard 1% Cream

Managing cutaneous fungal infections

Major Benefits of Luguard 1% Cream:

Apply this medication solely to the skin's surface. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application guidelines. Before applying, ensure the affected area is clean and dry. Wash your hands thoroughly afterward, except when the affected area is on your hands.

Common Side effects of Luguard 1% Cream:

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

How to use Luguard 1% Cream:

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

How Luguard 1% Cream works:

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

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholNone

No known drug interactions.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Luguard 1% Cream during pregnancy may pose risks. While human data is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to a developing fetus. A physician will assess the potential benefits against any risks prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice before use.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Employing Luguard 1% Cream while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates a potential for the medication to transfer to breast milk, posing a 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 Luguard 1% Cream :

Should you forget a Luguard 1% Cream application, apply it at your earliest convenience. However, if your next scheduled application is imminent, omit the missed one and resume your usual dosing regimen. Avoid applying a double dose.

Facts to Know About Luguard 1% Cream

LabelValue
Type of Compound Imidazole-containing compounds
Potential for Dependence None.
Type of Medication CUTANEOUS

FAQs on Luguard 1% Cream

The use of Luguard 1% Cream is not recommended during pregnancy due to a lack of safety data. Nevertheless, a physician should be consulted to weigh the potential benefits against any risks to the fetus should application of Luguard 1% Cream become necessary.
Luguard 1% Cream possesses antifungal properties, functioning by inhibiting fungal proliferation. This effect stems from its reduction of ergosterol, a vital component of the fungal cell membrane, thus demonstrating its fungicidal action.
Apply Luguard 1% Cream precisely as directed by your physician. For athlete's foot affecting the spaces between the toes, a thin application should cover the affected area and extend approximately one inch beyond. Apply once daily for a fortnight. For jock itch or ringworm, apply thinly to the affected area, extending coverage by about one inch. Apply once daily for seven days. Wash hands thoroughly after each application.
Luguard 1% Cream exhibits varying efficacy depending on the condition. Interdigital athlete's foot typically shows improvement within four weeks, although a six-week timeframe may be necessary for some individuals. Conversely, jock itch and ringworm often respond within three weeks, with potential extension to four weeks for complete resolution.
Store Luguard 1% Cream in its original container, tightly sealed, and inaccessible to children. Maintain storage at room temperature (20-25°C), protected from light, excessive heat, and dampness; avoid bathroom storage.
Luguard 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 observed in adults.
Luguard 1% Cream
74
MRP 90
17% off