Luliconazole Cream

Luliconazole cream is an antifungal medication used to treat skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm. It works by preventing the growth of the fungus. Luliconazole cream is for use on the skin only. Before using Luliconazole cream, it is essential to read the patient information leaflet provided by the pharmacist and follow the instructions carefully. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Luliconazole cream may cause side effects such as contact dermatitis and cellulitis. If you experience any side effects, you should contact your doctor immediately. It is important to tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to Luliconazole or other azole antifungals such as econazole, ketoconazole, or miconazole, or if you have any other allergies. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using Luliconazole cream. Luliconazole cream should be used with caution in patients with liver or kidney disease. It is essential to follow the dosage instructions provided by the doctor or pharmacist and not to exceed the recommended dose

Uses of Luliconazole Cream

Luliconazole treats skin infections such as athlete’s foot, jock itch, and ringworm. This cream is an azole antifungal that works by preventing the growth of fungus.

Directions of use

• To apply Luliconazole cream, wash your hands before and after use. Apply a thin layer of the cream to cover the affected skin and surrounding area. 
• The cream should be applied once a day for 1-2 weeks, depending on the type of infection being treated. It is important to follow the directions on the prescription label carefully and ask the doctor or pharmacist to explain any part that is not understood. 
• Do not use more or less of the cream or use it more often than prescribed by the doctor. Luliconazole cream is for external use only and should not be taken by mouth. 
• It is important to avoid getting the cream into the eyes, nose, mouth, or vagina. If the cream accidentally gets into any of these areas, rinse thoroughly with water. 
• It is important to continue using Luliconazole cream for the full course of treatment, even if the symptoms improve. If the symptoms do not improve after the recommended treatment period, consult a healthcare provider.

How Luliconazole works

Luliconazole is an antifungal drug, which is used to treat skin infections. It functions by damaging the cell membrane of the fungi on the skin to kill them. This heals the skin infection you have. 

Side Effects

• Skin irritability could happen. Inform your doctor or chemist as soon as possible if it persists or gets worse.
• Keep in mind that your doctor has recommended this medication because they believe it will benefit you more than it will harm you. Many users of this medicine report no significant negative effects.
• Rarely will this medication cause a very serious allergic reaction. However, if you experience any major adverse reaction symptoms, such as a rash, itching or swelling, particularly of the face, tongue, or throat, severe dizziness, or difficulty breathing, seek medical attention right away.

Precautions

• Numerous different fungi can cause skin infections, which Luliconazole aids in treating.
• A few sound pieces of advice for athlete’s foot particularly between the toes, keep your feet dry and clean, Shorten your nails, and go for open-toed footwear wherever possible. Put on fresh cotton socks and use a different, clean towel for your feet Never let anyone else use your shoes, socks, or towel.
• Apply enough to completely cover the affected region and 1 inch of the skin around it.
• The skin’s usual colour may not return for several months after the illness has cleared up.
• Even if you feel better, complete the entire course of treatment.
• It has few negative effects because it is not administered orally.
• Tell your doctor if you have any cream to which you were allergic.

FAQs

Ques. Is luliconazole safe during pregnancy?

Ans. There is no evidence to support that luliconazole should be consumed during pregnancy. For further inquiries, you can always consult your doctor.

Ques. Is Luliconazole fungicidal or Fungistatic?

Ans. Luliconazole possesses fungicidal properties as it works by slowing the growth of fungi. It exhibits fungicidal activity by decreasing an important constituent of the cell membrane of fungi. 

Ques. How to use Luliconazole?

Ans. Use Luliconazole exactly as per your doctor’s advice. If you have an athlete’s foot between the toes, apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 2 weeks. If you have a jock itch or ringworm, apply it to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 1 week. Always wash your hands after you apply this medicine.