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CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Antigal lotion may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
Antigal lotion should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Medicine Overview of Antigal lotion 100ml Lotion
Introduction
Antigal lotion 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 foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm and dry, flaky skin. Antigal lotion should be used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. This medicine should be used regularly to get the most benefit from it. Do not use more than you need, it will not clear your condition faster and may only increase the side effects. Skin infections will usually get better after 2 to 4 weeks. Do not use the medicine...
... Show moreUses of Antigal lotion
- Fungal skin infections
Side effects of Antigal lotion
Common
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Antigal lotion
Use this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use.
How Antigal lotion works
Antigal lotion is an antifungal medication which treats skin infections. It works by killing the fungi on the skin by destroying their cell membrane. This relieves discomfort, itching and irritation on the skin.
Quick Tips
- Antigal lotion helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
- Few healthy tips for Athlete's Foot:
- Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
- Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It is not taken orally, so it does not cause many side effects.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
Brief Description
Indication
Indicated for the topical treatment of, tinea corporis (ring worm), tinea cruris (jock itch), interdigital tinea pedis (athelet's foot)
Administration
Apply cream to the affected area and 1 inch surrounding area(s).
Adult Dose
Topical cream
Adult:
Interdigital Tinea Pedis: Cream, 1% should be applied to the affected and immediate surrounding area(s) once a day for two weeks.
Tinea Cruris and Tinea Corporis: Cream, 1% should be applied to the affected skin and immediate surrounding area(s) once a day for one week.
Child Dose
Topical cream
Child:
Tinea Corporis, Tinea Cruris
<12 years: Safety and efficacy not established
12-18 years: Apply cream to affected area once a day for 1 week
Tinea Pedis
<2 years: Safety and efficacy not established
2-18 years: Apply cream to affected area once a day for 2 weeks
Contraindication
None
Mode of Action
Imidazole antifungal that alters the fungal cell membrane; interacts with 14-alpha demethylase (an enzyme necessary for conversion of lanosterol to ergosterol), inhibiting the synthesis of ergosterol which is an essential component of the membrane; increases cell permeability causing leakage of cellular contents
Precaution
For topical use only; not for ophthalmic or intravaginal administration
Lactation
There is no information available on presence in human milk, effects of drug on breastfed infant, or effects of drug on milk production after topical application to women who are breastfeeding;
Side Effect
<1%
Application site reactions