GENERIC
Sulconazole Nitrate
Indications
- Sulderm cream is indicated for the treatment of-
- Tinea Pedis (athlete's foot),
- Tinea Cruris,
- Tinea Corporis &
Pityriasis Versicolor.
Pharmacology
Sulconazole Nitrate is an imidazole derivative with broad-spectrum antifungal activity that inhibits the growth in vitro of the common pathogenic dermatophytes including Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Epidermophyton floccosum and Microsporum canis. It also inhibits Malassezia furfur which is responsible for Tinea Versicolor.
Dosage and administration
A small amount of cream should be gently massaged into the affected and surrounding skin areas once or twice daily, in case of Tinea Pedis where administration should be twice daily. Early relief of symptoms is experienced by the majority of patients and clinical improvement may be seen fairly soon after treatment is begun; however, Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris and Tinea Versicolor should be treated for 3 weeks and Tinea Pedis for 4 weeks to reduce the possibility of recurrence. Or as directed by the physician. Use in Children and Adolescents: Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established.
Contraindications
Sulconazole nitrate is contraindicated in patients who have a history of hypersensitivity to any of the ingredients.
Side effects
There were no systemic effects and only infrequent cutaneous adverse reactions in 370 patients treated with Sulderm solution in controlled clinical trials. Approximately 1% of these patients reported itching and 1% burning or stinging. These complaints did not usually interfere with treatment.
Pregnancy and lactation
The use of Sulconazole is not safe for pregnant women.
Precautions and warnings
Sulderm cream is for external use only. Avoid contact with the eyes. If irritation develops, the cream should be discontinued and appropriate therapy instituted.
Storage
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
Clinical information is taken from the most complete brand listing (Sulderm); it applies to the active ingredient.
Brands of Sulconazole Nitrate
| # | Brand | Company | Form | Strength | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sulderm | Navana Pharmaceuticals Ltd. | Cream | 1% | Not listed |
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