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Eberwin Cream

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsEberconazole
Description
Eberwin Cream 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. Eberwin Cream kills and stops the growth of fungi by damaging their cell wall, thereby killing them. Eberwin Cream 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 Eberwin Cream if you are allergic to it. Eberwin Cream 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 Eberwin Cream. Eberwin Cream 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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Substitutes

List of substitutes for Eberwin Cream

Ebspor 1 % Cream
Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
Ebermac 1 % Cream
Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.

Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Eberwin Cream

  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Redness of skin
  • Itching
  • Rash

Uses of Eberwin Cream

What is it prescribed for?

  • Fungal skin infections
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Eberwin Cream to start showing its effect is known.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Eberwin Cream remains active in the body is not 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 were reported for Eberwin Cream.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Eberwin Cream is not recommended for use in your pregnancy as limited information is available on its safety. Hence, consult your doctor before using this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Eberwin Cream 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 Eberwin Cream 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

Eberwin Cream 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

Eberwin Cream 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

Eberwin Cream 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

Eberwin Cream 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

Eberwin Cream 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 Eberwin Cream as soon as you remember. Do not apply two doses at a time to compensate for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Eberwin Cream 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.
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.
Eberwin Cream 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 Eberwin Cream to the affected area as instructed by your doctor. It may take several days to see the effects of Eberwin Cream. 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.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Eberwin Cream works by stopping the growth of fungi by disrupting the fungal cell wall, eventually killing them.
Legal Status

Approved

Unknown

Unknown

Unknown

Classification

Category

Azole antifungals

Schedule

Schedule H

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