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Rx- Generic:
- Sertaconazole Topical
- Company:
- The ACME Laboratories Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Cream
- Pack size:
- 20gm tube
৳ 200/unit
Pack: ৳ 200
At a glance
Sertaconazole Topical — brands, prices, indication, dosage and side effects available in Bangladesh.
Description
Sertaconazole Topical is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm and dry, flaky skin. Sertaconazole Topical should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you needed, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. Do not use the medicine for longer than your doctor has told you to and let him or her know if your condition does not improve after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment. The effects of medicine can be increased by keeping the affected area clean and dry, and washing hands before and after treating the infection. If you have athlete's foot, wash your socks or tights thoroughly and change your shoes daily if possible. The most common side effects of using this cream include a burning sensation and irritation, dryness, peeling or blistering of the skin. Avoid direct contact of the medicine with your eyes. In case of direct contact, wash your eyes with water and seek immediate medical attention. It is not likely that other medicines you take by mouth or injection will affect the way this medicine works, but talk to your doctor before using it if you have recently used another medicine that contains a steroid or had an allergic reaction to another antifungal medicine. This medicine should only be used if it is clearly needed if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ask your doctor if it is safe. Sertaconazole Topical is an antifungal medication which treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.
Indications
• Fungal skin infections
Mechanism of action
Sertaconazole alters fungal cell wall membrane permeability. It inhibits the CYP450-dependent synthesis of ergosterol.
Dosage
Adult Dose: Topical/Cutaneous Tinea pedis Adult: As 2% cream: Apply to affected area bid for 4 wk. Child Dose: <12 years old: Safety & efficacy not established
Administration
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly.
Side effects
Contact dermatitis, dry skin, burning skin, application site reaction, skin tenderness, erythema, pruritus, vesiculation, desquamation, hyperpigmentation.
Precautions & warnings
No interaction found/established Some tips for personal hygiene: Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin. Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water. It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color. Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment. It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
Contraindications
Hypersensitivity.
Food interactions
No interaction found/established
Use in pregnancy
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Sertaconazole Topical may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Use in lactation
[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Information regarding the use of Sertaconazole Topical during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Renal / hepatic impairment
No interaction found/established No interaction found/established
Common questions
I have skin fungal infections tell me the medicins Plz visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment meanwhile apply onabet cream twice a day for few days Fungal infections Always itching Tel me some medicine Onabet cream twice a day for fungal infection in beared & head. Onabet lotion at night Fungal infections on thigh ittching Onabet cream twice a day meanwhile visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment I am suffering from Skin fungal infection and I consulted a doctor for that he prescribed me Fixtral 100mg,Allegra 180mg, Onabet powder, & onabet oilment. Yes, continue the treatment Having tenia infection with jok itchy and its now surfaced to entire body there is so much pain You are having fungal infections, you need to visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment meanwhile apply onabet cream twice a day Fungal i faction to my skin for 4 month You are having fungal infections and you should visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatment meanwhile apply onabet cream twice a day Please provide the best antifungal systemic and topical treatment detail with content and dosage. Ring form Also for depigmentation with charring and then become white patches in different body part. Photo is of second question For fungal infections-use onabet cream twice a day meanwhile visit skin specialist for proper examination and treatmentPic is not clear