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Elifin-M Cream
Manufactured byM.D.C. Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.
ContainsMometasone (0.1 %w/w) + Terbinafine (1 %w/w)
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Description
Elifin-M Cream is a combination of Mometasone and Terbinafine. This medicine is used to treat fungal infections of your skin. Terbinafine works by stopping the growth of the infection-causing fungi. Mometasone prevents the formation of certain chemical substances in your body that are responsible for redness, swelling, and itching that may occur due to a fungal skin infection.
Elifin-M Cream may cause itchiness and peeling of your skin. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or if they become severe.
Elifin-M Cream should be applied topically to the affected part of your skin as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to reduce your risk of re-infection.
Elifin-M Cream should be avoided if you are allergic to it. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant, or are breastfeeding.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Elifin-M Cream
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Elifin-M Cream
Skin peeling
Itching of skin
Uses of Elifin-M Cream
What is it prescribed for?
Fungal skin infections
Elifin-M Cream is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections associated with swelling and itching.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time taken by Elifin-M Cream to show its action is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The time for which Elifin-M Cream remains active in your body is not clinically known.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 tendencies have been reported with Elifin-M Cream.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
It is not known if Elifin-M Cream will harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
Elifin-M Cream passes into breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. If your doctor prescribes this medicine, he may suggest that you avoid applying it to the breast area that may come into contact with your baby's mouth.
Allergy
Avoid using Elifin-M Cream if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
It is not known if Elifin-M Cream will harm your foetus. Hence, consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
Breast-feeding
Elifin-M Cream passes into breastmilk. Hence, consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. If your doctor prescribes this medicine, he may suggest that you avoid applying it to the breast area that may come into contact with your baby's mouth.
General warnings
Other medicines
Elifin-M Cream may interact with other medicines and may cause undesired effects. Inform your doctor about all the topical preparations (ointments/lotions/gels) that you may have been using to avoid undesired effects.
For external use only
Elifin-M Cream is meant for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact with your eyes, rinse thoroughly with water.
Missed Dose
Try not to miss a dose of Elifin-M Cream. In case of a missed dose, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
Since Elifin-M Cream is intended for external use, the likelihood of an overdose is low. However, do not apply more than the prescribed dose.
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.
Elifin-M Cream is meant for external use only. Use it as directed by your doctor.
Use Elifin-M Cream at the same time every day for the ease of remembrance. Ensure that you complete the course of the treatment as prescribed by your doctor.
Close the cover of the tube immediately after use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the tip of the tube.
Do not cover the application area with bandages or other coverings unless specified by your doctor.
Avoid recommending Elifin-M Cream to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Elifin-M Cream is a combination of Mometasone and Terbinafine.
Mometasone works by decreasing the formation of certain chemical substances in your body that are responsible for causing redness, swelling, and itching of the affected part of your skin.
Terbinafine is an antifungal medicine that works by damaging the cell membrane of the fungus. This prevents the growth of fungus and stops the spread of infection.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical steroids, Topical antifungals
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 11 Oct 2021
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