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Mycoderm Powder
Manufactured byFDC LTD
ContainsSalicylic Acid (3 %w/w) + Benzoic acid (6 %w/w) + Menthol (0.08 %w/w) + Starch (31 %w/w)
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Description
Mycoderm Powder is a topical agent that exhibits both antibacterial and antifungal properties. It is used for the prevention and treatment of fungal skin infections such as jock itch, ringworm, athlete's foot, etc. It is also used to treat fungal infections due to excessive sweating.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Mycoderm Powder
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Mycoderm Powder
Skin rash
Redness of the skin
Change in color and texture of the skin
Burning sensation of skin
Skin peeling
Uses of Mycoderm Powder
What is it prescribed for?
Skin infections
This medicine is used for the prevention and treatment of fungal skin infections such as jock itch, ringworm, athlete's foot, etc. It is also used to treat fungal infections due to excessive sweating.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the 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 tendencies were reported.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to salicylic acid, benzoic acid, menthol, starch, or any other inactive ingredients present in the formulation.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
External use only
This medicine is only recommended for external use. Avoid contact with the mouth, eyes, mucous membranes, cuts, grazes, or wounds.
Missed Dose
This medicine is generally used as needed. If you are on a scheduled dosing regimen of this medicine, use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one.
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm 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.
Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Sprinkle the powder to the affected areas of skin as instructed by your doctor. Do not apply in larger or smaller quantities than recommended.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Salicylic acid works by softening and loosening the dry, scaly, or thickened skin, causing shedding of the outer layer of the skin. Benzoic acid relieves skin irritation and swelling caused by skin infections. Menthol provides a cooling sensation to the skin and thereby relieves irritation, itching, and burning. Starch helps to moisturize the skin.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Topical anti-infectives, Topical keratolytics
Schedule
OTC
Salicylic acid - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 1 July 2020]. Available from:
Salicylic Acid Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information [Internet]. Medlineplus.gov. 2020 [cited 17 June 2020]. Available from:
Benzoic acid [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 1 July 2020]. Available from:
Benzoic acid - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2020 [cited 1 July 2020]. Available from:
Menthol [Internet]. Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2020 [cited 1 July 2020]. Available from:
Related Questions
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Answer from Dr. Prof. C.R.V.Narasimhalu
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Question:
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Information on this page was last updated on 4 Jul 2020
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