Econazole
Mechanism :
Econazole nitrate is an antifungal medication of the imidazole family.
Indication :
- Fungal skin infection like tinea cruris, tinea pedis, tinea versicolor, tinea corporis and cutaneous candidiasis.
Contraindications :
Contraindicated in individuals who have shown hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. Avoid contact with eyes.
Dosing :
Under 3 months: Safety and efficacy not established.
>3 months:
Apply cream to affected areas once every day for 2 weeks in cases of tinea cruris, corporis, versicolor, cutaneous candidiasis and for 4 weeks in cases of tinea pedis.
Adverse Effect :
Contraindicated in individuals who have shown hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients. Avoid contact with eyes.
Side effects are burning, itching, stinging, and erythema.
Hepatic Dose :
No dosage adjustments are recommended.