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Eberjen-M Cream
Manufactured byJENBURKT PHARMACEUTICALS LTD
ContainsEberconazole (1 %w/w) + Mometasone (0.1 %w/w)
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Description
Eberjen-M Cream is a combination medicine composed of Eberconazole and Mometasone. It is used in the treatment of various fungal infections of the skin as it stops the growth of fungi, thereby reducing the infection.
Eberjen-M Cream may cause mild side effects like itching, burning sensation, irritation and redness at the site of application. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or worsen.
Eberjen-M Cream is for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area before application. Apply a thin layer over the affected parts of your skin. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor as your symptoms could reoccur.
Eberjen-M Cream is not recommended if you are allergic to it and in children below 16 years of age. Inform your doctor about your current medications and medical conditions before taking this medicine. This will help your doctor to adjust your dose for avoiding any side effects. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Eberjen-M Cream
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Eberjen-M Cream
Burning or tingling sensation of skin
Redness of skin
Itching or rash
Uses of Eberjen-M Cream
What is it prescribed for?
Fungal skin infections
Eberjen-M Cream is used in the treatment of nail and skin infections caused by fungi. It is used in conditions like athlete's foot (itchy white patches between the toes), jock itch (red, itchy and ring shapes rash around the groins), ringworm (red, itchy, circular-shaped rash with clear skin in the middle), Pityriasis Versicolor (an infection that causes discolouration due to skin pigmentation), Cutaneous candidiasis (an infection that mostly affects the skin and nails due to candida fungus), etc.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Eberjen-M Cream to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Eberjen-M Cream remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit forming tendency has been found for Eberjen-M Cream.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Eberjen-M Cream is not recommended for use in your pregnancy as limited information is available on its safety. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Eberjen-M Cream is not known to be harmful in women who breastfeed. However, topical application to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in your infant. Do not breastfeed if you have applied the medication around the nipples.
Allergy
Eberjen-M Cream is not recommended if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of your face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Eberjen-M Cream is not recommended for use in your pregnancy as limited information is available on its safety. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
Eberjen-M Cream is not known to be harmful in women who breastfeed. However, topical application to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in your infant. Do not breastfeed if you have applied the medication around the nipples.
General warnings
External use only
Eberjen-M Cream is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds.
Use in children
Eberjen-M Cream is not recommended in children less than 16 years of age as the safety and efficacy for this age group is not clinically established.
Other medicines
Eberjen-M Cream may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, it is advised that you inform your doctor about all your current medicines including any herbs and supplements before beginning treatment with this medicine.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Eberjen-M Cream as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Eberjen-M Cream is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large volumes. However, ingestion of this medicine may affect you and immediate medical intervention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Disease
Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Apply a thin layer of Eberjen-M Cream to the affected areas of the skin as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.
Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specifically instructed by your doctor.
Contact your doctor if the symptoms do not improve or resolve in a few weeks. Avoid using it for more than the prescribed duration.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Eberjen-M Cream is composed of Eberconazole and Mometasone.
Eberconazole works by stopping the growth of fungi by disrupting the fungal cell wall, eventually killing them.
Mometasone works by binding to the receptors and stops the release of chemical substances that cause inflammation. This results in a reduction of symptoms.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical steroids, Azole antifungals
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 30 Dec 2021
Disclaimer
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