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Amrolfin 0.25% Cream Substitute

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Composition:

AMOROLFINE-0.25%W/W

Uses:

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream is used in the treatment of Fungal nail and skin infections. The detailed uses of Amrolfin 0.25% Cream are as follows:<br/>• Manages athlete’s foot (Tinea pedis): Amrolfin 0.25% Cream treats fungal infections between toes.<br/>• Addresses cutaneous candidiasis: Amrolfin 0.25% Cream helps with yeast infections on the skin.<br/>• Treats Pityriasis versicolor: Amrolfin 0.25% Cream reduces discoloured patches caused by fungal overgrowth.<br/>

Medicinal Benefits:

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream is an antifungal that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of nails and skin such as ringworm, jock itch and athlete’s foot, seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin on face, scalp, chest, upper back, or ears) and pityriasis (a type of skin rash that causes scaly, discoloured patches on chest, back, legs and arms). The fungal cell membranes are essential for their survival, as they prevent unwanted substances from entering the cells and stop the leakage of cell contents. Amrolfin 0.25% Cream causes holes in the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Therefore, it clears fungal infections and provides relief from the symptoms of skin irritation, including cracking, burning, scaling, and itching, caused by these infections.

FAQs

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream is used to treat fungal nail infections.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream is safe to use with doctor's advice and over a limited period (1-2 weeks). Let your doctor know if your symptoms are not relieved by then or if you experience any side effects.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream consists of Amorolfine that should be used after consulting with a doctor if a person has raised blood sugar levels (diabetes mellitus).

You are required to maintain a three-hour gap after applying Amrolfin 0.25% Cream if you are using more than one topical medication.

No, do not stop taking Amrolfin 0.25% Cream on your own, even if the symptoms are relieved, until your course, as advised by the doctor, is finished.

There is limited data on how Amrolfin 0.25% Cream affects breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting Amrolfin 0.25% Cream. However, if nursing mothers apply Amrolfin 0.25% Cream to their breasts for treatment, it is advised to wash the affected area thoroughly before breastfeeding the baby.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream contains Amorolfine, which works by stopping the production of a chemical called ergosterol in fungi that causes nail infection. Without ergosterol, the fungus cannot survive. As a result, infection-causing fungi die.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream is for topical (for skin) use only. Do not put a bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Amrolfin 0.25% Cream unless the doctor advises. If the medicine gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina, rinse with cold water. Do not apply Amrolfin 0.25% Cream on open wounds, lesions and blisters.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream, when used for longer periods, can cause thinning and weakening of the skin. Please stop using Amrolfin 0.25% Cream and consult your doctor immediately if you experience these symptoms.

Yes, fungal infection is a contagious skin condition that spreads from one person to another through direct skin-to-skin contact, contact with contaminated soil or surfaces, or contact with infected animals. Therefore, it is recommended to avoid close direct contact until the infection is cleared and to avoid sharing items with the infected person, as this can also spread the infection.

You are recommended to apply makeup or sunscreen to the treated area of skin after a minimum of 20 minutes have passed since using Amrolfin 0.25% Cream.

You are recommended to use Amrolfin 0.25% Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, if the condition worsens or persists after 2 to 4 weeks of treatment with Amrolfin 0.25% Cream, please consult a doctor.

You should use Amrolfin 0.25% Cream as prescribed. Your doctor will recommend the dose and duration based on the type of fungal infection. It is usually applied once a week to the affected finger or toenails. Sometimes, your doctor may ask you to use it twice a week.

No, Amrolfin 0.25% Cream is not a steroid. Amrolfin 0.25% Cream is an antifungal drug.

No, do not apply Amrolfin 0.25% Cream on other parts of the body like the oral cavity, eyes or intravaginally. It should only be restricted to nails and skin. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully.

Yes, Amrolfin 0.25% Cream may cause allergic reactions in some people. Although, it is not very common and is likely to occur in only sensitive or susceptible people. If you experience such reactions, contact your doctor immediately.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream should not be used in children unless advised by a doctor.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream may cause skin redness as a common side effect. However, if the condition persists or worsens, consult your doctor.

Apply Amrolfin 0.25% Cream as a thin layer evenly on the entire surface of the dry skin or nail. Always wash your hands after applying Amrolfin 0.25% Cream. Avoid contact of Amrolfin 0.25% Cream with the eyes, ears, and mucous membranes.

Amrolfin 0.25% Cream may cause side effects such as itching, dry skin, redness, and a burning sensation in the skin. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Store Amrolfin 0.25% Cream at room temperature. Protect from light. Do not freeze. Keep it out of reach of children.

If you forget to use Amrolfin 0.25% Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. If you have concerns, discuss with your doctor.