Fungitung 2% w/w (Oral Gel)
15 gm tube: ৳ 60.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Miconazole nitrate |
| Company | Chemist laboratories ltd |
Title
- Fungitung Oral Gel
Categories
- Anti-fungal preparations
- Medication
- Healthcare
- Pharmaceuticals
Description
- Indicated for the treatment of oral and gastrointestinal candidiasis
- Effective against dermatomycoses such as tinea pedis, tinea corporis, and tinea manuum
- May be used for the treatment of super infections due to gram-positive bacteria
- Pharmacologically disrupts fungal cell membranes leading to cell death
- Low oral bioavailability with systemic absorption after administration
- Dosage varies by age and condition, with missed dose instructions
- Instructions for administration directly to affected areas in the mouth
- Interaction precautions with specific drugs such as Terfenadine and Phenytoin
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to miconazole
- Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic reactions
- No clear information about safety during pregnancy and lactation
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Functions
- Antifungal treatment
- Antibacterial activity against certain gram-positive bacilli and cocci
- Inhibition of demethylation step in ergosterol biosynthesis
- Systemic absorption after administration
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment for accidental overdosage
Materials
- Miconazole
- Plasma proteins
- Serum albumin
- Red blood cells
Technical Specifications
- Oral bioavailability of 25-30%
- Plasma protein binding of 88.2%
- Terminal plasma half-life of 20-25 hours
Design Elements
Usability Features
- Dosing instructions for infants, children, and adults
- Specific instructions for treatment in different areas of the body
- Caution required during concomitant use with anticoagulants and phenytoin
- Storage instructions for dry place away from light and heat
Indications
- Treatment of oral and gastrointestinal candidiasis
- Eradication of fungal colonization in the mouth and gastrointestinal tract
- Treatment of super infections due to gram-positive bacteria
- Treatment of dermatomycoses like tinea pedis and tinea corporis
- Rapid alleviating effect on pruritis accompanying infection
Pharmacology
- Miconazole possesses antifungal activity against common dermatophytes and yeasts
- Antibacterial activity against certain gram-positive bacilli and cocci
- Inhibition of demethylation step in ergosterol biosynthesis
Dosage
- Dosage instructions for infants, children, and adults
- Instructions for missed dose
- Specific application guidelines for affected areas
Administration
- Instructions for localized lesions in the mouth
- Guidelines for use in oral candidosis with dental prosthesis
Interaction
- Concomitant treatment precautions with specific drugs like Terfenadine and Phenytoin
- Potential delay of Phenytoin and Cyclosporine metabolism
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to miconazole
Side Effects
- Possible side effects include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and allergic reactions
Pregnancy & Lactation
- No clear information about safety during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution required during concomitant use with anticoagulants and phenytoin
- Caution needed to ensure the gel does not obstruct the throat in infants and young children
Overdose Effects
- Symptomatic and supportive treatment for accidental overdosage
Therapeutic Class
- Aural Anti-fungal preparations
Storage Conditions
- Keep in a dry place away from light and heat
- Keep out of the reach of children