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Eberconazole

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Description

Eberconazole is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent used in the treatment of superficial skin infections caused by fungi.

Uses of Eberconazole

What is it prescribed for?

  • Skin infections

    This medicine is used in the treatment of superficial skin infections caused by dermatophytes such as Tinea corporis, Tinea pedis, etc.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Eberconazole

  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Erythema
  • Itching
  • Rash
SEVERE
Contact your doctor immediately if any of these symptoms are experienced on a regular basis.
RARE
Observed in a small fraction of population.
This is not an exhaustive list of side effects. Please inform your doctor if you experience any adverse reaction to the medication.

Highlights

Commonly asked questions for Eberconazole

Onset of action

The amount of time required for this medicine to show its action is not clinically established.

Duration of effect

The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.

Safe with alcohol?

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Is it habit forming?

No habit-forming tendencies were reported.

Usage in pregnancy?

This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Usage while breast-feeding?

This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

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When not to use?

Contraindications of Eberconazole

  • Allergy

    This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to eberconazole or any other inactive ingredients present along with it.

Dosage

  • Missed Dose

    Apply the missed dose 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 one.

  • Overdose

    Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Interactions

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.
    This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.

    General Instructions

    Apply a thin layer of the cream to the affected area as instructed by the 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 the doctor. Contact your doctor if symptoms do not improve or resolve after two weeks of use.

    Warnings

    Warnings for special population

    • Pregnancy

      - This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless 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 necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. If the medicine is used, the infant should be monitored closely for any adverse effects.

    General warnings

    • Use in pediatrics

      - This medicine should be used in patients below 18 years of age only under the supervision of a doctor. If prescribed, the patient should be monitored closely and any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor on priority.

    Other details

    • Usage does not depend on food timings
    • To be taken as instructed by doctor
    • Does not cause sleepiness

    How it works

    This medicine acts by stopping the production of a certain vital component for the fungi. This results in disruption of the cell membrane formation process and inhibits the growth of the organism.

    Legal Status

    Approved
    Unknown
    Unknown
    Unknown

    Classification

    Category
    Azole antifungals
    Schedule
    Schedule H

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    Information on this page was last updated on 3 Apr 2018

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