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Fentiderm Cream
Manufactured byCANIXA LIFE SCIENCES PVT LTD
ContainsFenticonazole
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Description
Fentiderm Cream is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of your vagina. It works by stopping the growth of the infection-causing fungi.
Fentiderm Cream may cause burning sensation/irritation/itchiness, etc. in your vagina. Consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or worsen.
Fentiderm Cream should be applied to your vagina as directed by your doctor. Continue using this medicine for the prescribed duration to effectively treat your infection.
Fentiderm Cream should be avoided if you are allergic to it. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, or are planning a pregnancy, consult your doctor before using this medication.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Fentiderm Cream
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Fentiderm Cream
Burning sensation in the vagina
Itching or Irritation in the Vagina
Uses of Fentiderm Cream
What is it prescribed for?
Vaginal Candidiasis
Vaginal Candidiasis, also known as vulvovaginal candidiasis or vaginal yeast infection is a fungal infection of the vagina. Symptoms may include vaginal swelling and itchiness, white discharge from the vagina. Fentiderm Cream is used in the treatment of vaginal candidiasis.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The time required by Fentiderm Cream to show its effect is not clinically known.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The duration for which Fentiderm Cream remains effective 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 Fentiderm Cream.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Due to the lack of adequate data in pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus due to Fentiderm Cream is not known. However, this medicine may be safe to use during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known if Fentiderm Cream passes into breastmilk. However, this medicine may be safe to use during breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
Allergy
Avoid Fentiderm 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
Due to the lack of adequate data in pregnant women, the risk to the developing foetus due to Fentiderm Cream is not known. However, this medicine may be safe to use during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
Breast-feeding
It is not known if Fentiderm Cream passes into breastmilk. However, this medicine may be safe to use during breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings
For vaginal use only
Fentiderm Cream is used to treat fungal infections of your vagina. It is meant for vaginal use only.
Vaginal intercourse
It is recommended to avoid vaginal intercourse during vaginal infection and while using Fentiderm Cream due to the increased risk of your partner being infected.
Use during menstruation
Treatment with Fentiderm Cream during your menstrual period should be avoided due to the risk of this medicine being washed out by the menstrual flow. Do not use tampons or other vaginal products while using this medicine.
Other medicines
Fentiderm Cream may interact with other medicines meant for vaginal use. Inform your doctor about all the vaginal preparations (cream/vaginal tablet/pessary) that you may have been using to avoid undesired side effects.
Missed Dose
Try not to miss a dose of Fentiderm Cream. In case of a missed dose, apply it as soon as you remember.
Overdose
Since Fentiderm Cream is intended for vaginal use, the likelihood of side effects due to 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.
Fentiderm Cream is meant for vaginal use only. Apply it as directed by your doctor.
Apply Fentiderm Cream at around the same time every day for the ease of remembrance. Do not discontinue treatment with this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Do not give Fentiderm Cream to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Consult your doctor if the infection recurs more than twice within six months.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Fentiderm Cream 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
Vaginal anti-infectives
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 11 Jan 2022
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