Ertaco2%
Cream
The ACME Laboratories Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Ertaco may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR Information regarding the use of Ertaco during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor. |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Ertaco is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin. It works by killing the fungus that causes infections such as athlete’s fo... View More
Uses of Ertaco
- Fungal skin infections
How to use Ertaco
This medicine is for external use only. Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Shake it well and apply to the area evenly... View More
How Ertaco works
Ertaco is an antifungal medication which treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane.
- Some tips for personal hygiene:
- Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- Avoid getting it 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.
- It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
Indication
Tinea pedis
Adult Dose
Topical/Cutaneous Tinea pedis Adult: As 2% cream: Apply to affected area bid for 4 wk.
Child Dose
<12 years old: Safety & efficacy not established
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity.
Mode of Action
Sertaconazole alters fungal cell wall membrane permeability. It inhibits the CYP450-dependent synthesis of ergosterol.
Precaution
Discontinue if irritation or sensitivity develop. Pregnancy and lactation. Monitoring Parameters Reassess diagnosis if no clinical improvement after 2 w... View More
Side Effect
Contact dermatitis, dry skin, burning skin, application site reaction, skin tenderness, erythema, pruritus, vesiculation, desquamation, hyperpigmentatio... View More
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