Eberconazole
Description
Eberconazole is an antifungal medicine that is used in the treatment of various fungal infections of the skin like athlete's foot (a fungal infection that usually begins between the toes), jock itch (a fungal infection that causes a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body) and ringworm infections. Eberconazole kills and stops the growth of fungi by damaging their cell wall, thereby killing them.
Eberconazole 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. Do not use Eberconazole if you are allergic to it.
Eberconazole 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. Rinse with water immediately if the medicine comes in contact with these areas. Avoid using other medications on the same area while using Eberconazole.
Eberconazole may take a few days or weeks for improving your condition. Therefore, it is advised to complete the whole treatment with this medicine as prescribed. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine. Inform your doctor if the condition has not improved even after six weeks of the treatment.
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Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Eberconazole
- Burning sensation at the application site
- Redness of skin
- Itching
- Rash
Uses of Eberconazole
What is it prescribed for?
- Fungal skin infections
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Concerns
Commonly asked questions
- Onset of actionThe amount of time required for Eberconazole to start showing its effect is known.
- Duration of effectThe amount of time for which Eberconazole remains active in the body is not known.
- 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 for Eberconazole.
- Usage in pregnancy?Eberconazole is not recommended for use in your pregnancy as limited information is available on its safety. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
- Usage while breast-feeding?Eberconazole is considered safe to be used during your breastfeeding. Applying to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in the infant. Consult your doctor before using it during breastfeeding.
Allergy
Avoid using Eberconazole if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor of any history of allergy to this medicine. Contact your doctor and seek medical attention immediately if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling anywhere on your body, dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Eberconazole 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
Eberconazole is considered safe to be used during your breastfeeding. Applying to the nipple may increase the risk of diarrhoea in the infant. Consult your doctor before using it during breastfeeding.
General warnings
Use in children
Eberconazole is not recommended for use in children below the age of 16 as the data regarding its safety and efficacy in this age group are not available.
External use only
Eberconazole is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes, mucous membranes, or open wounds. Rinse with water in case of accidental contact. If the medicine is swallowed, seek immediate medical help.
Skin irritation
Eberconazole may cause severe irritation of the skin in some people. Stop using it and consult your doctor if you notice any skin reactions like blisters, hives, severe rash etc.
Missed Dose
Apply the missed dose of Eberconazole as soon as you remember. Do not apply two doses at a time to compensate for the missed dose.
Overdose
An overdose of Eberconazole is not likely to cause severe symptoms. However, the ingestion of this medicine may cause harm and immediate medical intervention may be required. Contact your doctor if an overdose is suspected.
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.
Eberconazole is for external use only. Avoid contact with your mouth, eyes, nose, and, ears. In case of accidental contact, wash thoroughly with water.
Follow all dosing instructions mentioned on the label or the package insert. Do not use this medicine for durations shorter or longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Apply a thin layer of Eberconazole to the affected area as instructed by your doctor.
It may take several days to see the effects of Eberconazole. Finish the entire course of treatment even if your symptoms begin to clear up after a few days.
Avoid scratching or pricking the affected area as it can worsen the infection. Ensure that unused medicine is disposed of properly. Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets. Do not freeze the medicine.
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How it works
Eberconazole works by stopping the growth of fungi by disrupting the fungal cell wall, eventually killing them.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Azole antifungals
Schedule
Schedule H
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Information on this page was last updated on 19 Oct 2021
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