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Lichensa Ointment

Manufactured byDOLLAR COMPANY PVT LTD
ContainsBoric Acid (1 %w/w) + Clotrimazole (0.5 %w/w) + Zinc oxide (5 %w/w) + Menthol (1 %w/w)
Description
Lichensa Ointment is a combination of Boric Acid, Clotrimazole, Zinc Oxide, and Menthol. It is a topical medicine used to treat fungal skin infections between fingers and toes. It is also used to treat boils, bedsores, cracks on the heels, jock itch (a fungal infection that causes a red and itchy rash in warm and moist areas of the body), and diaper rash. Lichensa Ointment may cause side effects like burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the site of application. However, these side effects are temporary and resolve with time. Before you start using this ointment, perform a patch test by applying it to a small area on your skin to know how your skin will react to it. Discontinue the use if you experience excessive itching, irritation, or swelling. Lichensa Ointment is recommended for external use only. Clean and dry the affected area before applying this medication. To see the effects of this medicine, use it regularly as advised by your doctor. If you discontinue this medicine early, it may increase the risk of further infection that would be difficult to treat. Lichensa Ointment may interact with other medications, hence inform your doctor if you are using any other topical medicines for the same or other skin conditions. This medicine is usually safe for use in pregnancy. However, it is better to consult your doctor before using it.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Lichensa Ointment

  • Burning sensation at the application site
  • Itching or rash

Uses of Lichensa Ointment

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 Lichensa Ointment to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The time duration for which Lichensa Ointment remains active in your 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 for Lichensa Ointment.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Lichensa Ointment may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Lichensa Ointment may be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.

Allergy

Avoid using Lichensa Ointment if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as a skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Lichensa Ointment may be used during pregnancy upon your doctor's recommendation.

Breast-feeding

Lichensa Ointment may be used while breastfeeding upon your doctor's recommendation.
General warnings

External use only

Lichensa Ointment is recommended for external use only. Avoid contact with your eyes, mucous membrane, mouth, or open wounds. In case of accidental contact, rinse thoroughly with water.

Other medicines

Lichensa Ointment may interact with other topical medicines and may cause side effects. Hence, inform your doctor about all your current medicines before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Apply the missed dose of Lichensa Ointment as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose.

Overdose

An overdose of Lichensa Ointment is not likely to cause severe symptoms unless it is applied for a prolonged period in large quantities. However, 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.
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.
Apply a thin layer of Lichensa Ointment to the affected areas of the skin as instructed by your 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 your doctor. Contact your doctor if your symptoms do not improve or resolve in a few weeks. Avoid using it for more than the prescribed duration.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Lichensa Ointment contains Boric acid, Clotrimazole, Zinc oxide, and Menthol. Clotrimazole works by stopping the production of vital components necessary for fungal growth. Zinc oxide works by soothing and protecting the skin. It also promotes the healing of the skin. Menthol provides a cooling effect on the skin. Boric Acid relieves skin irritation caused by the infection.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Topical antifungals, Topical soothing agent, Topical astringents

Schedule

OTC

Drugs, H., 2021. Clotrimazole Topical: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 10 August 2021]

https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a618059.html>

Dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. DailyMed - CLOTRIMAZOLE 1% TOPICAL ANTIFUNGAL CREAM- clotrimazole 1% antifungal cream cream. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 10 August 2021].

https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=b3b83f3f-9349-fb75-e053-2995a90acb65>

Pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. 2021. Menthol. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 26 July 2021].

https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/1254>
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Information on this page was last updated on 6 Dec 2021

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