Description

SERTACONAZOLE

SERTACONAZOLE belongs to the class of medications known as imidazoles (azole antifungal), primarily used for the topical treatment of interdigital tinea pedis (Athlete’s foot) in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older, caused by: Trichophyton rubrum, Epidermophyton floccosum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes. Besides this, SERTACONAZOLE is also used to treat other fungal skin infections. An athlete’s foot is a fungal illness primarily affects the area between the toes. A fungal infection, commonly known as mycosis, is a skin condition caused by a fungus.

SERTACONAZOLE contains imidazole antifungal sertaconazole nitrate. SERTACONAZOLE works by destroying the fungus that causes the infection. SERTACONAZOLE destroys the fungi by allowing the holes to open in the cell membrane and the components to leak out. This kills the fungus and prevents the infection.

SERTACONAZOLE should only be used on the skin, and if it gets into your eyes, mouth, or nose, rinse with water. SERTACONAZOLE may cause burning, itching, redness, stinging, and dryness on your skin where it is applied in some situations. The majority of SERTACONAZOLE’s adverse outcomes fade over time without the need for medical intervention. If any adverse effects worsen or continue, contact your doctor right away.

Tell your doctor if you are (or your child) allergic to sertaconazole or any other medicines. It is unknown whether SERTACONAZOLE harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using a SERTACONAZOLE during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is recommended. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking the SERTACONAZOLE to rule out any side effects.

Uses of SERTACONAZOLE

Interdigital tinea pedis or Athlete’s foot and fungal infections.

Medicinal Benefits

SERTACONAZOLE is widely used to treat various skin fungal infections, especially Interdigital tinea pedis or Athlete’s foot, due to specific fungi (e.g. Trichophyton rubrum, Epidermophyton floccosum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes) by destroying its cell membrane.

Directions for Use

Lotion/cream/ointment: It is only for external use. Take a small amount of lotion/cream/ointment on the fingertip and apply a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as prescribed by your doctor. Avoid direct contact with your nose or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly. Wash your hands before and after using SERTACONAZOLE if your hands are not the affected area to prevent the spread of infection. Powder: SERTACONAZOLE should be used as a dusting powder over affected parts of the body or directed by the physician.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of SERTACONAZOLE

• Contact dermatitis (Skin rash)
• Dry skin
• Burning skin
• Application site skin tenderness