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Ebercos Cream Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Composition:

EBERCONAZOLE-1%W/W

Uses:

Treatment of Fungal skin infections

Medicinal Benefits:

Ebercos Cream contains Eberconazole is a broad-spectrum antifungal that is primarily used to treat fungal infections of the skin such as dermatophytosis (a red, itchy, scaly, circular rash), candidiasis (affects mouth, throat, gut, and vagina), and pityriasis (a scaly rash that sweeps outward like the branches of a pine tree). 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. Ebercos Cream works by causing holes in the fungal cell membranes and kills fungi. Thus, it clears fungal infections and provides relief from cracking, burning, scaling, and itching of the skin caused by infections. Ebercos Cream is also effective against gram-positive bacteria and fights against cutaneous mycoses and secondary infections.

FAQs

Ebercos Cream is used in the treatment of fungal or yeast infections of the skin such as athlete’s foot (affects toes), jock itch (affects the groin area), candidiasis (affects mouth, throat, gut, and vagina), and ringworm (affects skin or the scalp)­­­­.

Ebercos Cream consists of Eberconazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating the skin fungal infection.

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.

You are recommended to use Ebercos Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it. However, the course of treatment with Ebercos Cream takes up to 2 to 4 weeks for effective results, please consult a doctor.

You are not recommended to stop using Ebercos Cream without consulting your doctor as it may cause recurring infections. Therefore, take Ebercos Cream for as long as your doctor has prescribed it, and if you experience any difficulty while taking Ebercos Cream, please consult your doctor.

Ebercos Cream is for topical application only. Do not use Ebercos Cream on the face and avoid eye contact. Do not put a bandage or a dressing on the affected area while using Ebercos Cream unless advised by the doctor.

Vaginal itching is a symptom that can be caused by any fungal or bacterial infection. Ebercos Cream can be used to treat only fungal infections. It is necessary to determine the cause of itching before using Ebercos Cream. So, please consult a doctor for a thorough evaluation.

Ebercos Cream may cause side effects such as mild irritation, skin redness and burning sensation at the application site. If these side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

Ebercos Cream is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections. It is not suitable for skin allergy. It However, it may be used for allergic secondary infections. Before using Ebercos Cream, you should consult your doctor.

Yes, Ebercos Cream can be used for Athlete's foot. An athlete's foot is a fungal infection and it mainly affects the areas between the toes. Ebercos Cream works against tinea pedis, the fungi responsible for causing foot infection.

Clean and dry the affected area before using Ebercos Cream. Massage it into the skin gently and thoroughly. Try not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Ebercos Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, rinse with plenty of water and contact your doctor if your eyes are irritated.

You must finish the course of treatment even if the irritation is gone. Ebercos Cream is an antifungal medicine and treats fungal infections of the skin. In fungal infection, the fungus remains in the layers of the skin. Therefore, although Ebercos Cream may resolve the symptoms in a few days, the infection can be present in deeper layers of the skin. You may need to keep applying Ebercos Cream for 4-6 weeks or as advised by your doctor.

Ebercos Cream is prescribed only when the fungal infection is superficial. Although this is not the case always, but sometimes superficial fungal infections require oral antifungal therapy too. Thus, the doctor decides whether the patient needs just Ebercos Cream or a combination of Ebercos Cream and oral medication depending on the severity and site of the fungal infection.

If you forget to use Ebercos Cream, apply it as soon as you remember. But, if it is time for your next application, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dose. Do not apply extra cream to make up for a missed dose.

Yes, Ebercos Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop using Ebercos Cream too early, even if you see improvement as it may cause recurring or worsening symptoms.

Store Ebercos Cream at room temperature. Do not freeze. Replace the cap tightly after use. Keep it out of reach of children.