Ecot 1%+0.1% (Cream)

10 gm tube: ৳ 50.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Econazole nitrate triamcinolone acetonide
Company	Medicon pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Eczematous Mycoses
Psoriasis
Tinea Pedis (Athlete’s foot)
Tinea Corporis (Ring worm)
Tinea Cruris (Jock itch)
Inflammatory Intertrigo
Diaper Dermatitis
Onychomycoses

Description

Broad spectrum antimycotic with anti-inflammatory, anti-pruritic and anti-allergic effects. Composed of Econazole Nitrate and Triamcinolone Acetonide. Range of action covers dermatomycoses caused by various pathogens.

Dosage & Administration

Adults: Apply sparingly to skin lesion no more than 2 times daily. Not for use with occlusive dressing or on large skin areas. Treatment duration should not exceed 2 weeks.

Interaction

Econazole: Metabolized by CYP3A4/2C9. Interacts with oral anticoagulants.
Triamcinolone: Affects plasma salicylates levels. Increased risk of gastrointestinal bleeding and ulceration with NSAIDs.

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to ingredients
Specific skin conditions such as tuberculous, varicella, herpes simplex, viral, bacterial or fungal skin infections

Side Effects

Transient local irritation, itching & redness
Suppression of adrenal function on long term continuous topical steroid therapy
Potential systemic effects in infants or children from occlusive dressings

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy: Topical corticosteroids may cause abnormalities of fetal development
Lactation: Negligible excretion in breast milk. Use in lactating mothers should be cautious.

Precautions & Warnings

For external use only
Discontinue use in case of hypersensitivity or chemical irritation
Caution with systemic absorption and potential systemic effects
Potential skin thinning and atrophy

Overdose Effects

Corticosteroids absorbed through skin can produce systemic effects. Accidental ingestion should be treated symptomatically.