Mycofast 2% Cream 15gm Tube

Uses of Mycofast 2% Cream

• Fungal skin infections

How does Mycofast 2% Cream work?

Mycofast kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.

Side Effects of Mycofast 2% Cream

Common side effects include contact dermatitis, dry skin, burning sensations, and skin tenderness at the application site.

Quick Suggestions:

• Sertaconazole Cream helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
• Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
• Avoid getting in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
• It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
• Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

Indication of Mycofast 2% Cream

Mycofast 2% Cream is widely used to treat various skin fungal infections, especially Interdigital tinea pedis or Athlete's foot, due to specific fungi (e.g. Trichophyton rubrum, Epidermophyton floccosum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes) by destroying its cell membrane.

Pharmacology

Sertaconazole is an imidazole antifungal agent that works by inhibiting the 14 alpha-lanosterol demethylase enzyme in fungi, which is involved in ergosterol synthesis, an essential component of the fungal cell membrane. Disruption of ergosterol synthesis leads to fungal cell damage due to leakage of vital cellular components.

Dosage & Administration of Mycofast 2% Cream

• Apply the cream twice daily for 4 weeks to treat interdigital tinea pedis.
• Ensure the application covers both the affected area and surrounding healthy skin.
• Not for use in the eyes, mouth, or vaginally.
• Pediatric: Safety and efficacy in children under 12 have not been established.
• Geriatric: Insufficient data is available to determine whether older adults respond differently compared to younger individuals.

Interaction

Potential interactions between Mycofast Cream and other medications have not been systematically evaluated.

Contraindications

Contraindicated in patients with a known hypersensitivity to sertaconazole or any imidazole antifungals.

Pregnancy & Lactation

• Use during pregnancy only if the benefits outweigh the risks to the fetus, as no controlled studies have been conducted on pregnant women.
• It is unknown if the cream is excreted in human milk; caution is advised when prescribing to breastfeeding women.

Precautions & Warnings

• Mycofast Cream is for external use only. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
• Physicians should be cautious when prescribing to patients sensitive to azole antifungals due to potential cross-reactivity.

No specific data is available on the overdose effects of Mycofast Cream.

Storage:

Store in a dry place below 25°C, away from light, and out of reach of children.