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Bifona Cream 20 gm

Bifona Cream 20 gm

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Composition

BIFONAZOLE-1%W/W

Consume Type

TOPICAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Apr-24

About Bifona Cream 20 gm

Bifona Cream 20 gm belongs to the class of antifungal primarily used to treat fungal infections. An infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin. Fungi can live in the air, soil, water and plants. Symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, irritation, redness, and scaling of the skin.

Bifona Cream 20 gm contains 'bifonazole', which belongs to the imidazole antifungal group that kills fungi by causing holes in their cell membrane, thereby leaking all content. Thus Bifona Cream 20 gm improves your skin infection.

Use this Bifona Cream 20 gm as advised by the doctor. Common side effects of Bifona Cream 20 gm skin rash, scaling, redness of the skin, and dry skin. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor. 

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Bifona Cream 20 gm. It is essential to tell your doctor if you use any other azole antifungal before using Bifona Cream 20 gm, otherwise, using another antifungal may lead to overdose and toxicity. Let your doctor know if you have liver diseases, kidney diseases, heart diseases, or human immunodeficiency virus. Bifona Cream 20 gm and mineral oil additive in Bifona Cream 20 gm may weaken rubber product's activities of contraceptive devices, latex condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps. Bifona Cream 20 gm should not be used in the eye. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Bifona Cream 20 gm with proper consultation and caution.

Uses of Bifona Cream 20 gm

Fungal infections

Medicinal Benefits

Bifona Cream 20 gm contains 'bifonazole' which belongs to the imidazole antifungal group primarily used to treat fungal infections. Bifona Cream 20 gm kills fungi by causing holes in its cell membrane, thereby leaking all content out. Thus Bifona Cream 20 gm improves your skin infection. Bifona Cream 20 gm used in the treatment of fungal infections like oral thrush, fungal infections of the skin such as jock itch, Athlete's foot.

Directions for Use

Apply Bifona Cream 20 gm onto clean, dry, unbroken skin affected by the infection. Apply it once or twice a day or as suggested by your doctor. Do not use Bifona Cream 20 gm on the face and avoid contact with eyes, mouth, and nose. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Bifona Cream 20 gm unless advised by the doctor.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Bifona Cream 20 gm

  • Nausea and vomiting
  • Skin rash
  • Redness of skin
  • Dry skin
  • Vaginal infection

Drug Warnings

Inform your doctor if you are allergic to Bifona Cream 20 gm. It is essential to tell your doctor if you use any other azole antifungal before using Bifona Cream 20 gm, otherwise, using another antifungal may lead to overdose and toxicity. Let your doctor know if you have liver diseases, kidney diseases, heart diseases, or human immunodeficiency virus. Bifona Cream 20 gm and mineral oil additive in Bifona Cream 20 gm may weaken rubber products activities of contraceptive devices, latex condoms, diaphragms, and cervical caps. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should use Bifona Cream 20 gm with proper consultation and caution. Do not use Bifona Cream 20 gm on the face and avoid contact with the eyes, nose, and throat. Rinse it thoroughly with water if you get the cream in these areas. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Bifona Cream 20 gm unless advised by the doctor. Always wash hands before and after the application of Bifona Cream 20 gm.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking anticoagulant ( warfarin).

Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have liver diseases, kidney diseases, human immunodeficiency virus infection before using Bifona Cream 20 gm. 

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • WARFARIN

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Use mild soap while taking baths and prefer warm baths.
  • Avoid harsh products on your skin.
  • Do not scratch or pick your skin to avoid getting the affected area infected.
  • Manage stress, eat healthily, drink plenty of water, exercise regularly, and get plenty of sleep.

Special Advise

  • Bifona Cream 20 gm may cause a local skin irritation which may have similar symptoms of the infection. If any of your symptoms gets worse, stop treatment and see your doctor as soon as possible.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Fungal infection: A fungal infection (also called mycosis) is a skin disease caused by a fungus when it invades the tissue. 

Tinea pedis or Athlete's foot: It is a fungal infection between the toes due to sweating.

Tinea cruris or Jock itch: A fungal infection in the skin of the genitals, inner thighs, and buttocks.

Tinea Versicolor:  The fungus interferes with the normal pigmentation of the skin, resulting in small, discolored patches.

 

Country of origin

India
Other Info - BIF0031

FAQs

Bifona Cream 20 gm contains 'bifonazole' which belongs to the imidazole antifungal group that kills fungi by causing holes in its cell membrane, thereby leaking all content out. Thus Bifona Cream 20 gm improves your skin infection.
Side effects of Bifona Cream 20 gm may be nausea, vomiting, skin rash, redness of the skin, dry skin, vaginal infection and are not seen in everyone. These side effects do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor.
Do not stop using Bifona Cream 20 gm even if you feel better until the doctor's advised course is finished. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Bifona Cream 20 gm should be used with caution in liver diseases, kidney diseases, heart diseases, human immunodeficiency virus.

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Alcohol

Caution

Bifona Cream 20 gm should be taken as advised by your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Bifona Cream 20 gm is not recommended for use during pregnancy unless absolutely necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before taking/using this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Bifona Cream 20 gm is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless absolutely necessary. Discuss all the risks and benefits with your doctor before using/taking this medicine.

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Driving

Not applicable

Bifona Cream 20 gm does not cause side effects. So it is safe to use in driving.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases before taking Bifona Cream 20 gm.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before taking Bifona Cream 20 gm.

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Children

Caution

Inform your doctor before taking Bifona Cream 20 gm, because the doctor may discuss risks and benefits of Bifona Cream 20 gm used in children.

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