Econate 1% (Cream)
10 gm tube: ৳ 32.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Econazole nitrate |
| Company | Incepta pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
Indications
- Treatment of tinea pedis
- Treatment of tinea cruris
- Treatment of tinea corporis
- Treatment of cutaneous candidiasis
- Treatment of tinea versicolor
Pharmacology
- Interferes with fungal oxidative enzymes
- Causes lethal accumulation of H2O2
- Reduces the formation of ergosterol
Dosage & Administration
- Vaginal tablet for intravaginal application
- Cream application for tinea pedis, cruris, corporis, and versicolor
- Applicator for vaginal cream insertion
Interaction
- Concomitant administration with warfarin
- Enhancement of anticoagulation effect
- Monitoring of International Normalized Ratio (INR) and/or prothrombin time
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients
Side Effects
- Burning
- Itching
- Stinging
- Erythema
- Pruritic rash
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Pregnancy Category C
- Intravaginal administration safety
- Excretion in human milk unknown
Precautions & Warnings
- Not for ophthalmic use
- Discontinue use in case of sensitivity or irritation
- External use only
Overdose Effects
- No reported cases of overdosage in humans
Therapeutic Class
- Vaginal and Vulval condition drugs
- Topical Antifungal preparations
Storage Conditions
- Do not use after expiry date
- Keep out of reach of children
- Dispensed only on prescription