Search Icon

AUM Pharmacy

Hi there!

Hello, Login
All Categories
VisaVisaVisa
fallback

Zortaz 2% Cream

Prescription Icon
Prescription Required

Marketer

Astranova Biotech

Salt Composition

Sertaconazole (2% w/w)

Overview Zortaz 2% Cream

DermaFungal 2% Cream, an antifungal topical treatment, effectively combats various skin fungal infections. Its mechanism involves eliminating fungi responsible for conditions like athlete's foot, tinea cruris, candidiasis, ringworm, and xerosis. Always adhere to your physician's prescribed dosage and duration for optimal results. Avoid overuse; increased application won't accelerate healing and might heighten adverse effects. Continue treatment only as directed; consult your doctor if no improvement is seen within 2–4 weeks. Maintaining cleanliness and dryness of the affected area, along with handwashing before and after application, enhances efficacy. For athlete's foot, ensure thorough sock/stocking cleaning and daily shoe changes when feasible. Common side effects may include localized reactions like burning, inflammation, pruritus, and erythema. Avoid eye contact; rinse immediately with water and seek medical advice if accidental exposure occurs. While unlikely to interact with oral or injectable medications, inform your doctor about recent steroid use or prior antifungal allergies before starting treatment. Disclose pregnancy or breastfeeding status to your physician.

Uses of Zortaz 2% Cream

Managing cutaneous mycoses | Treating fungal diseases

Major Benefits of Zortaz 2% 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 applying, cleanse and thoroughly dry the affected skin. Wash your hands afterward, except when the hands themselves are the treatment area.

Common Side effects of Zortaz 2% Cream:

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

How to use Zortaz 2% Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application details prior to use. Ensure the affected skin is clean and dry before applying the cream. Wash your hands thoroughly afterwards, unless the affected area is on your hands.

How Zortaz 2% Cream works:

Fungal skin infections respond to treatment with Zortaz 2% Cream, an antifungal agent. Its mechanism of action involves disrupting the fungal cell membrane, leading to their demise.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholNone

No known drug interactions.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The topical application of Zortaz 2% Cream during pregnancy may pose risks. While human data is scarce, animal research indicates potential harm to a fetus. A physician will assess the advantages against possible hazards prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Data on the compatibility of Zortaz 2% Cream with breastfeeding is lacking. Seek medical advice from your physician.

DrivingDrivingNone

No drug interactions identified.

KidneyKidneyNone

No known drug interactions.

LiverLiverNone

No known drug interactions.

What if you forget to take Zortaz 2% Cream :

Apply Zortaz 2% Cream as soon as you remember a missed application. If your next scheduled application is imminent, omit the missed one and resume your normal dosing regimen. Never apply a double dose.

Facts to Know About Zortaz 2% Cream

LabelValue
Chemical Type Imidazole-Based Compounds
Developing Habits No.
Type of Therapy DERMA
Action Class Ergosterol biosynthesis inhibitor

FAQs on Zortaz 2% Cream

Zortaz 2% Cream combats athlete's foot (tinea pedis), a fungal infection affecting the feet and between the toes. An imidazole, it inhibits fungal growth, thereby alleviating symptoms like itching and redness.
Use Zortaz 2% Cream precisely as your doctor prescribes, adhering to the recommended dosage and duration. Report any bothersome side effects to your doctor immediately.
Don't discontinue Zortaz 2% Cream without your doctor's advice, even if you feel better. Symptoms can improve before the infection is fully eradicated. Complete your prescribed treatment course for best results.
If you have kidney or liver problems, or any other health conditions, please inform your doctor before beginning treatment with Zortaz 2% Cream. Pre-existing conditions may necessitate dosage adjustments. Also, disclose all other medications you are currently taking, as interactions are possible. Finally, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
Inform your doctor about any kidney or liver problems, or other health conditions, before beginning treatment with Zortaz 2% Cream, as these may influence treatment and require dose adjustments. Also disclose all other medications you're taking, as interactions are possible. Finally, tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning a pregnancy.
Zortaz 2% Cream is an antifungal medication, not a steroid. It treats fungal infections.
Use Zortaz 2% Cream as directed by your doctor. Continue using it for the prescribed duration, even if symptoms improve. Premature discontinuation may cause a relapse or symptom worsening.
Zortaz 2% Cream
269