Sertaford 2% Cream 20 gm
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About Sertaford Cream
Sertaford Cream belongs to the class of medications known as imidazoles (azole antifungal), primarily used for the topical treatment of interdigital tinea pedis (Athlete's foot) in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older, caused by: Trichophyton rubrum, Epidermophyton floccosum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes. Besides this, Sertaford Cream is also used to treat other fungal skin infections. An athlete's foot is a fungal illness primarily affects the area between the toes. A fungal infection, commonly known as mycosis, is a skin condition caused by a fungus.
Sertaford Cream contains imidazole antifungal sertaconazole nitrate. Sertaford Cream works by destroying the fungus that causes the infection. Sertaford Cream destroys the fungi by allowing the holes to open in the cell membrane and the components to leak out. This kills the fungus and prevents the infection.
Sertaford Cream should only be used on the skin, and if it gets into your eyes, mouth, or nose, rinse with water. Sertaford Cream may cause burning, itching, redness, stinging, and dryness on your skin where it is applied in some situations. The majority of Sertaford Cream's adverse outcomes fade over time without the need for medical intervention. If any adverse effects worsen or continue, contact your doctor right away.
Tell your doctor if you are (or your child) allergic to sertaconazole or any other medicines. It is unknown whether Sertaford Cream harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using a Sertaford Cream during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is recommended. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking the Sertaford Cream to rule out any side effects.
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Sertaford Cream is widely used to treat various skin fungal infections, especially Interdigital tinea pedis or Athlete's foot, due to specific fungi (e.g. Trichophyton rubrum, Epidermophyton floccosum and Trichophyton mentagrophytes) by destroying its cell membrane.
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Do not use the Sertaford Cream in your eyes, mouth, or vagina. If Sertaford Cream accidentally comes in contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly. Tell your doctor if you are (or your child) allergic to sertaconazole or any other medicines. It is unknown whether Sertaford Cream harms the baby or passes into breast milk in pregnancy and breastfeeding state. Contacting a doctor before using a Sertaford Cream during pregnancy and while breastfeeding is recommended. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and all the medicines you take before taking the Sertaford Cream to rule out any side effects. If irritation or sensitivity develops with the use of Sertaford Cream, treatment should be discontinued, and appropriate therapy instituted as recommended by the physician.
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Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- Don't walk barefoot in wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers to prevent fungal infections.
- Do not scratch the affected skin area as it can spread the infection to other body parts.
- Avoid sharing towels, combs, bedsheets, shoes or socks with others.
- Wash your bed sheets and towels regularly.
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Alcohol
Safe if prescribed
No reported interaction with Sertaford Cream. But, It is best to avoid alcohol while medication.
Pregnancy
Consult your doctor
Sertaford Cream is classified as FDA pregnancy category C. There are no adequate or well-controlled studies on pregnant women. Please consult your doctor for advice before using Sertaford Cream.
Breast Feeding
Consult your doctor
Consult your doctor, and there is no substantial research yet on the use of Sertaford Cream in breastfeeding/nursing mothers.
Driving
Safe if prescribed
Sertaford Cream has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.
Liver
Consult your doctor
Sertaford Cream does not have any reported interaction hence, in case you experience any difficulty discuss with your doctor.
Kidney
Consult your doctor
Sertaford Cream does not have any reported interaction hence, in case you experience any difficulty discuss with your doctor.
Children
Safe if prescribed
The safety and efficacy of Sertaford Cream in children has not been established. Sertaford Cream is not recommended in children.
FAQs
Sertaford Cream is used to treat tinea pedis (athlete's foot; fungal infection of the skin on the feet and between the toes). Sertaford Cream is in a class of medications called imidazoles or azole antifungal. Sertaford Cream works by killing the fungus that is causing the ailment. Sertaford Cream kills the fungi by allowing holes in the cell membrane to open and components to flow out. This destroys the fungus and keeps the infection at bay.
Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition which spreads from one person to another through direct skin to skin contact or by contact with contaminated soil or surfaces and infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is clear and avoid sharing things with the infected person as it can also spread the infection.
No, you are not recommended to stop taking Sertaford Cream without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Sertaford Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Sertaford Cream, please consult your doctor.
No, Sertaford Cream belongs to the class of azole antifungal used for preventing the growth of infections caused by specific fungi.
Avoid using other topical medications with Sertaford Cream until the doctor prescribes them for you. If required to use other drugs, maintain at least 30 minutes between the two medicines' application.
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- https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2014/021385s005lbl.pdf
- https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2003/21385_Ertaczo_lbl.pdf
- https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/lookup.cfm?setid=821073f7-33f6-464d-baed-f66d97987d6d
- https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/sertaconazole-topical.html
