Losweat Dusting Powder belongs to a group of medicines known as 'anti-fungal/ anti-bacterial' used to treat different type of skin infections such as athlete's foot (ringworm of the foot), jock itch (ringworm of the groin), ringworm and seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaking skin or dandruff) and bacterial infections. Fungal infection occurs when a fungus invades and affects the tissue on the skin. Fungi can live in the air, soil, water and plants. Symptoms of a fungal infection include skin rash, irritation, redness and scaling of the skin. Bacterial infection occurs when harmful bacteria grow in the body and causes illness.

Losweat Dusting Powder is composed of two medicines: Miconazole and Chlorhexidine.  Miconazole stops the growth of fungi by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. Chlorhexidine has both bactericidal (kills bacteria) as well as bacteriostatic (inhibits bacterial growth) properties that kill the bacteria by disrupting the cell wall.

Use Losweat Dusting Powder as suggested by the doctor. Losweat Dusting Powder may have common side effects that include itching, dryness, redness and burning sensation at the application site. Dryness, hair discolouration and abnormal hair texture are common side effects for the shampoo form.

Let your doctor know if you have any allergic reactions to Losweat Dusting Powder or any other medicine present in it. Avoid going near naked flames since Losweat Dusting Powder can cause fire easily while being treated with topical forms. Use of Losweat Dusting Powder is contraindicated in people with liver disease, diabetes, asthma, sulfite allergy, an autoimmune disorder, cataract or glaucoma, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), thyroid diseases and heart problems (with prolonged QT wave of heartbeat), hence, inform your doctor before using Losweat Dusting Powder. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should consult the doctor before starting Losweat Dusting Powder.

Losweat Dusting Powder is used in the treatment of fungal infections. The detailed uses of Losweat Dusting Powder are as follows:

• Treatment of fungal infections: Losweat Dusting Powder treats conditions like athlete’s foot (Tinea pedis), jock itch (Tinea cruris), ringworm (Tinea corporis), and seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin or dandruff).

• Dusting powder: Dust the powder on the affected areas of the skin and pat it lightly on the skin.
• Shampoo: It is only for external use. Check the label for directions before using shampoo. Wet hair with a sufficient quantity of water. Apply the shampoo on the scalp depending on the length of the hair. Massage to lather and leave it on the scalp and hair for a few minutes. Then, thoroughly rinse with water.
• Avoid contact of shampoo with the eyes. In case of accidental contact with the eyes, rinse with water thoroughly.

Miconazole is an antifungal and medication. It is used to treat various fungal infections, such as jock itch, athlete's foot, seborrheic dermatitis (dry, flaky skin on the face, scalp, chest, upper back, or ears), and pityriasis (a type of skin rash that causes scaly, discolored patches on chest, back, legs and arms).  While Chlorhexidine helps to clear out the bacterial infection. It also prevents infection that may be caused by the injection, surgery and skin injury.

Avoid contact of topical Losweat Dusting Powder with nose, mouth or eyes as it may irritate. In case Losweat Dusting Powder comes in contact with these areas accidentally, rinse with water thoroughly. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding, please consult a doctor before using Losweat Dusting Powder. Avoid smoking or going near naked flames since Losweat Dusting Powder can catch fire and burn easily. Tell your doctor before using Losweat Dusting Powder if you have asthma, sulpha medicine allergy, an autoimmune disorder, diabetes, cataract or glaucoma, osteoporosis (weak and brittle bones), thyroid diseases, heart or liver problems, inform your doctor.  Miconazole can cause serious harm to your liver that may result in a liver transplant or cause even death.  Losweat Dusting Powder should not be used to treat fungal infections of the fingernails/toenails, prostate cancer or Cushing's syndrome. Losweat Dusting Powder can make your skin sensitive to sunlight and cause sunburn; hence, avoid direct exposure to the sun. Apply sunscreen (SPF 30 or higher) when you go outdoors.