Luliconazole
About
Luliconazole belongs to a class of drugs called antifungals primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin like ringworm, jock itch, and athlete’s foot. Fungal infection is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin that is contagious and causes a rash resembling worm in a ring shape. Jock itch causes an itchy, red rash in the groin, buttocks, and inner thighs. Athlete’s foot usually starts between the toes and causes itching, burning, or stinging sensation due to a scaly rash.
Luliconazole contains Luliconazole, an antifungal that works by causing holes in the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Thus, it kills fungi and clears the infection.
Luliconazole is only for external use. Take a small amount of Luliconazole on the finger and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area. Avoid contact of Luliconazole with nose, mouth, eyes, or vagina. In case Luliconazole comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. Some people may experience redness, swelling, irritation, or burning sensation of skin at the site of application. Most of these side effects of Luliconazole do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.
If you are allergic to Luliconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Luliconazole. Luliconazole is not recommended for children below 12 years to treat athlete’s foot or jock itch but may be used in children above 2 years to treat ringworm if prescribed by a doctor. If you have any allergies to preservatives, foods, or dyes, inform your doctor before taking Luliconazole.
Uses of Luliconazole
Medicinal Benefits
Luliconazole is an antifungal that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin such as ringworm, jock itch and athlete’s foot. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stops the leakage of cell contents. Luliconazole causes holes in the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Thereby, clears fungal infection and provides relief from cracking, burning, scaling and itching of the skin caused due to infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Luliconazole
- Redness, swelling, irritation or burning sensation of skin at the site of application.
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Luliconazole or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Luliconazole is not recommended for children below 12 years to treat athlete’s foot or jock itch but may be used in children above 2 years to treat ringworm if prescribed by a doctor. Avoid contact of Luliconazole with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may cause irritation. In case Luliconazole comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant or a nursing mother, it is advised to consult a doctor before using Luliconazole. If you have any allergies to preservatives, foods, or dyes, inform your doctor before taking Luliconazole.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: No interactions found.
Drug-Food Interaction: If you are taking any herbal supplements, vitamins or OTC medicines, inform your doctor.
Drug-Disease Interaction: No interaction found.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction of alcohol with Luliconazole is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol with Luliconazole.
Pregnancy
cautionLuliconazole is a Category C pregnancy drug and safety is unknown. Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Luliconazole is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Luliconazole while breastfeeding.
Driving
safe if prescribedLuliconazole usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Luliconazole in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Luliconazole in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
cautionLuliconazole may be used in children above 2 years to treat ringworm if prescribed by a doctor.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Regularly change your socks and wash your feet. Avoid shoes that make your feet sweaty and hot.
- In wet places such as changing rooms and gym showers, don’t walk barefoot to prevent fungal infections.
- Do not scratch the affected area of the skin 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.
Special Advise
- Before applying Luliconazole, clean and dry the affected area.
- Avoid contact of Luliconazole with nose, mouth or eyes. In case Luliconazole comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Fungal infection: It is a skin disease in which a fungus attacks the tissue and causes infection. Fungal infections may be contagious (spread from one person to another). Ringworm is a common fungal infection of the skin or scalp that is contagious and causes a rash resembling a worm in a ring shape. Jock itch (also known as tinea cruris) is a fungal infection of the skin that causes an itchy, red rash in warm and moist areas of the body such as the groin, buttocks, and inner thighs. Athlete’s foot (also known as tinea pedis) is a fungal infection that usually starts between the toes, especially in people who have extremely sweaty feet and wear tight-fitting shoes. It occurs most commonly in athletes. It causes itching, burning, or stinging sensation due to a scaly rash.
FAQs
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.
Yes, Luliconazole may cause allergic reactions in some people. It is not necessary for everyone using Luliconazole to experience allergic reactions. However, if you notice a skin rash, difficulty in breathing, swelling of lips, face, throat or tongue, please consult a doctor immediately.
Luliconazole is not recommended for children below 12 years to treat athlete’s foot or jock itch, but Luliconazole may be used in children above 2 years to treat ringworm. However, please consult a doctor before using Luliconazole for children.
You are recommended to use Luliconazole for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition worsens or persists after 1 to 2 weeks of treatment with Luliconazole, please consult a doctor.
No, you are not recommended to stop using Luliconazole without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infection. Therefore, take Luliconazole for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Luliconazole, please consult your doctor.
