Secotal 1%+0.1% (Cream)
10 gm tube: ৳ 34.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Econazole nitrate triamcinolone acetonide |
| Company | Marker pharma 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
- Anti-inflammatory
- Anti-pruritic
- Anti-allergic
- Composed of Econazole Nitrate and Triamcinolone Acetonide
- Action against dermatomycoses caused by various pathogens
- Antibacterial effect on gram-positive cocci and bacilli
- Well absorbed from sites of local application
Dosage & Administration
- Applied sparingly to the skin lesion no more than 2 times daily
- Should not be applied with an occlusive dressing or to large areas of skin on the body
- Duration of treatment should continue until the inflammatory symptoms subside but not longer than 2 weeks
- Caution required for pediatric use due to greater susceptibility to corticosteroid-induced effects
Interaction
- Metabolized by CYP3A4/2C9 oral anticoagulants (warfarin & acenocoumarol)
- Lowering of plasma salicylates levels
- Increased risk of GI bleeding and ulceration with NSAIDs
- Antagonized blood glucose-lowering effects of the antidiabetics
- Increased risk of Hyperkalemia with certain medications
- Increased clearance with various drugs
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients
- Specific skin conditions such as tuberculous, varicella, herpes simplex or other viral infections of the skin, or fresh vaccination sites
- Decubitus ulcers, viral, bacterial or fungal skin infections, rosacea and rosacea-like dermatitis
Side Effects
- Transient local mild irritation, itching & redness, particularly in infants or children
- Adrenal suppression on long term continuous topical steroid therapy
- Infant's napkin may act as an occlusive dressing
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Topical administration of corticosteroids during pregnancy can cause abnormalities of foetal development
- Topical steroids in large amounts or for prolonged periods should not be used in pregnancy
- Negligible amount of econazole and Triamcinolone may be excreted in small amounts in breast milk
- Lactation should be withheld during treatment
Precautions & Warnings
- For external use only
- Not for ophthalmic or oral use
- Discontinue use on hypersensitivity or chemical irritation
- Caution for systemic effects, skin thinning and atrophy, increased risk of superinfection or opportunistic infection
- Increased caution required when treating children
- Visual disturbance may be associated with systemic and topical corticosteroid use
Overdose Effects
- Corticosteroids applied to the skin can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects
- In the event of accidental ingestion, treat symptomatically
- Accidental application to the eyes: wash with clean water or saline and seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Therapeutic Class
- Triamcinolone & Combined preparations
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool (below 30°C) and dry place, away from light
- Keep out of the reach of children