Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate
About
Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate is a dermatological medication used for the topical treatment of fungal infection of the skin with eczema. 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).
Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sertaconazole (antifungal) and Beclometasone dipropionate (corticosteroid). Sertaconazole works by damaging the fungal cell membranes, ultimately killing fungi. On the other hand, Beclometasone dipropionate works by inhibiting the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling.
Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate is only for external use. Some people may experience skin tenderness, mild rash, dry skin, skin bruising, itching, irritation, redness, burning, or stinging sensation at the application site. Most of these side effects of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate 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 Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate 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 Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate. Do not apply Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate to broken skin or open cuts/wounds. Do not swallow Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate. In case of accidental swallowing, please consult a doctor immediately. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate catches fire and burns easily.
Uses of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate
Medicinal Benefits
Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate is a combination of two drugs, namely: Sertaconazole and Beclometasone dipropionate used to treat fungal skin infections. The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival as they prevent the entry of unwanted substances into the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Sertaconazole is an antifungal that works by causing holes in the fungal cell membranes and killing fungi. Beclometasone dipropionate is a corticosteroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. When the skin reacts to any allergens, such chemicals are released normally. Together, they clear the fungal infection and provide relief from redness, swelling, and itching of the skin caused due to infections.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate
- Skin tenderness
- Mild rash
- Dry skin
- Skin bruising
- Itching
- Irritation
- Redness
- Stinging or burning sensation
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
If you are allergic to Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Avoid contact of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate with nose, mouth, or eyes as it may cause irritation. In case Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate 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 Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate. Do not apply Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate to broken skin or cuts. Avoid covering the treated area with dressings or bandages unless advised by a doctor. Do not swallow Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate. In case of accidental swallowing, please consult a doctor immediately. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames as Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate catches fire and burns easily. If you have acne, rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), or any other skin infection, inform your doctor before using Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines icluding HIV drugs (cobicistat, ritonavir) and antifungals (itraconazole, ketoconazole).
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found.
Drug-Disease Interactions: If you have acne, rosacea (redness and often red, small, pus-filled bumps on the face), eye problems, or any other skin infection, inform your doctor before using Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionInteraction of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate with alcohol is unknown. Please consult a doctor before consuming alcohol while using Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks benefits outweigh risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionIt is unknown whether Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate is excreted in human milk. Please consult a doctor before using Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate while breastfeeding.
Driving
safe if prescribedSertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate usually does not affect your ability to drive or operate machinery.
Liver
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.
Kidney
cautionIf you have any concerns regarding the use of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.
Children
unsafeSertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate is not recommended for children below 12 years as the safety and effectiveness were not established.
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
- Please consult a dermatologist if your skin infection persists for more than one month.
- Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate will not help in skin conditions like acne or rosacea.
- Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate can dry onto your clothes and bedding, making them more likely to catch fire. So try to avoid naked flames.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Fungal skin 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). Fungal infection symptoms include scaly skin, blisters, itching, swelling, irritation, and redness. Antifungal medicines are usually used to treat fungal infections. Avoid sharing things to prevent the spread of infection.
FAQs
Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate contains Sertaconazole and Beclometasone dipropionate. Sertaconazole is an antifungal that works by causing holes in the fungal cell membranes that are essential for their survival and kill fungi. Beclometasone dipropionate is a corticosteroid that works by acting inside skin cells and inhibits the release of certain chemical messengers in the body that cause redness, itching, and swelling. Together, they clear the fungal infection and provide relief from redness, swelling, and itching of the skin caused due to infections.
Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate may be used to treat eczema (cracked, itchy, and red skin). Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate contains Beclometasone dipropionate, a corticosteroid that reduces itching, swelling, and redness. However, please consult a doctor before using Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate if you have eczema.
You are recommended to use Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate on the face only if advised by your doctor and do not use for more than 5 days on the face as the skin on the face thins easily.
You are recommended to maintain a time gap of minimum 30 minutes before using a moisturiser or other products with Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate as using them at the same time may reduce the effectiveness of Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate. However, please consult a doctor before using other products with Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate.
You are recommended to use Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition does not improve after 2-4 weeks of treatment with Sertaconazole+beclometasone Dipropionate, please consult a doctor.
Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that 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.
