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Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is used to treat fungal infections. It contains Clotrimazole and Lidocaine, which stops the growth of fungi and blocks the pain signals from nerves to the brain. It causes temporary numbness/loss of feeling in the skin and mucous membranes. It may cause common side effects such as itching, dryness, redness, and burning sensation at the application site. Before using this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Apple Therapeutics Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

Topical

Expires on or after :

Jan-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is a topical prescription medication used to treat various fungal skin infections that are accompanied by localised pain, burning, or intense itching. It serves a dual medical purpose by eliminating the underlying fungal growth while providing fast, temporary relief from surface skin discomfort. Doctors commonly prescribe it for conditions like athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, or sweaty skin-fold infections when severe itching is a primary symptom.

To achieve the best therapeutic results, you must apply Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm consistently at the same times every day as directed by your healthcare provider. Because this is a topical cream applied directly to the skin, you can use it without regard to your meals or food schedule. Practising good hygiene and keeping the affected area dry and exposed to fresh air will significantly speed up your recovery.

Most patients tolerate Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm very well, though some may experience minor, temporary warmth, mild stinging, or slight redness at the application site. If you develop severe skin irritation, blistering, swelling, or signs of an allergic reaction, stop applying the cream and consult your doctor immediately.

Before you begin using this medication, tell your healthcare provider if you have any history of severe skin allergies, open wounds, or highly sensitive skin. Do not use Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm if you have a known allergy to any local anaesthetics or any topical antifungal treatments.

Because very little of this medication enters your bloodstream, it is highly unlikely to interact with alcohol, smoking, or oral medicines. However, if you are pregnant, planning to breastfeed, or elderly, you should still consult your doctor to ensure this cream is safe for your specific situation.

Uses of Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is used to treat various fungal skin infections. The detailed uses of Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm are as follows:

  • Fungal skin infections with inflammation: It clears active fungal dermatophyte infections like ringworm, athlete's foot, and jock itch while reducing the associated redness and swelling.
  • Itching and pain from skin infections: It targets the raw, burning discomfort and relentless itching that make active skin infections highly distressing.
  • Cutaneous candidiasis: It treats yeast infections occurring in moist areas of the skin, such as skin folds, rapidly soothing the raw soreness.

Key Benefits

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm helps manage fungal skin infections by combining an antifungal medicine with a local anaesthetic that provides relief from discomfort. This dual-action approach helps treat the infection while reducing symptoms that can interfere with daily activities.

  • Helps Clear Fungal Infection: The antifungal component works to eliminate the fungi responsible for the infection, helping stop its spread and supporting complete recovery of the affected skin.
  • Provides Rapid Relief from Itching and Burning: The local anaesthetic helps reduce itching, burning, and irritation, providing quick comfort and helping minimise the urge to scratch the affected area.
  • Supports Faster Skin Healing: By controlling the infection and reducing skin irritation, Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm helps protect the skin barrier and promotes healing, allowing you to return to your normal daily activities more comfortably.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Take a small amount of Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm on the fingertip and apply it as a thin layer on the clean and dry affected area as advised by your doctor.
  • Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is only for external use. Avoid contact of the Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm with the nose, mouth or eyes. In case of accidental contact with these areas, rinse with water thoroughly.

How Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm Works

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm contains two active ingredients that work together in harmony to clear your skin infection and soothe localised pain. The first active component is an antifungal agent called clotrimazole. It works by disrupting the cellular structure of the invading fungi. Specifically, it stops the fungi from producing ergosterol, which is a vital component of their outer cell membranes. Without ergosterol, the fungal cell walls become weak and leaky, causing the fungal cells to break open and die. This effectively stops the infection from spreading further. The second active component is a local anaesthetic called lidocaine. It functions on the surface of your skin by blocking sodium channels in your local nerve fibres. By preventing sodium from entering these nerve cells, it temporarily stops pain and itch signals from travelling up to your brain. This localised blocking action provides rapid, reassuring numbness to calm raw, irritated skin.
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Alcohol

Safe if prescribed

No interaction found/ established. Please consult your doctor before using Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

There is limited data on how Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm affects breastfeeding. Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is generally safe to use when prescribed by the doctor during breastfeeding. However, if nursing mothers apply Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm to their breasts for treatment, it is advised to wash the affected area thoroughly before breastfeeding the baby.

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Driving

Safe if prescribed

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm has no or negligible influence on the ability to drive or use machines.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of severe liver diseases or hepatic impairment before starting Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases before starting Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm.

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Children

Caution

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is to be used on children below 12 years of age only when prescribed by the doctor.

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Heart

Caution

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm can be used in heart patients if prescribed by the physician. Please consult your physician if you have any concerns.

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Geriatrics

Safe if prescribed

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is safe for use in elderly patients if recommended by the doctor.

What if I have taken an overdose of Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm

Because Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is applied topically to the skin, an accidental overdose is highly unlikely. However, if this medication is accidentally swallowed or if too much is applied over very large, open wounds, seek immediate medical attention or contact a poison control centre right away.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Keep the infected skin dry and clean, as fungi thrive in warm, dark, and damp environments.
  • Wear loose-fitting clothing made from natural, breathable fabrics like cotton to prevent sweat accumulation over the infected areas.
  • If you are treating athlete's foot, change your socks at least once a day, choose breathable shoes, and let your shoes air out for 24 hours between uses.
  • Avoid sharing towels, sheets, clothing, or footwear with others to prevent spreading the infection or getting reinfected.
  • Avoid scratching the affected area, as scratching can damage the skin further and introduce harmful bacteria.
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm to start to work: The time required for Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm to show its action is unknown. The time for which the effects of Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm last: The duration of action for Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is unknown.

What if you forget to take Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm

If you forget to apply Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular application routine. Do not apply a double amount of cream to make up for a missed application.

Storage

• Store Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C (59°F to 86°F). Do not freeze the medicine, and keep the tube far away from direct heat and sunlight.

Drug Warnings

  • Always inspect the tube before use; do not use Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm if the seal is broken or if the cream has changed colour or developed an unusual odour.
  • Keep this cream strictly away from your eyes, nose, mouth, and ears. If accidental contact occurs, rinse the area thoroughly with cold water right away.
  • Do not apply Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm to large body areas or deep, bleeding wounds, as this can cause too much of the local anaesthetic to enter your bloodstream.
  • Avoid applying this cream to a child's diaper area unless explicitly directed by a paediatrician, and do not use tight-fitting plastic pants or diapers over the treated area.
  • Complete the entire course of treatment prescribed by your doctor, even if your symptoms clear up after a couple of days, to ensure the fungal infection is completely eradicated.

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Drug-Drug Interactions

  • Other topical treatments: Avoid applying other medicated creams, ointments, or cosmetic lotions to the exact same skin area at the same time, as they can interfere with the absorption and effectiveness of Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm.
  • Class I antiarrhythmic medicines: If you are taking oral medications for heart rhythm issues, use this cream with caution, as high systemic absorption of local anaesthetics could theoretically affect heart function.

 

Drug-Disease Interactions

  • Severe liver damage: Patients with severe liver disease should use Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm with caution, as the liver is responsible for breaking down any of the numbing agent that gets absorbed into the bloodstream.
  • Methemoglobinemia: If you have a history of this rare blood oxygen disorder, use this medicine cautiously, as certain local anaesthetics can occasionally worsen this condition if absorbed in large amounts.

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Therapeutic Class

[ANTIFUNGALS]

FAQs

Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is used to treat fungal infections.
Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm consists of Clotrimazole and Lidocaine. Clotrimazole, an antifungal drug, stops fungi growth by causing damage and leakage to the fungal cell membrane. Lidocaine is a local anaesthetic that relieves pain sensation in the affected area.
Do not put bandage or dressing on the affected area while treating with Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm unless the doctor advised. If the ointment/cream/lotion/powder form gets into your eyes, nose, mouth or vagina, rinse with cold water.
Please consult your doctor before using Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm if you have other skin infections, severe liver disease, heart and kidney diseases, and blood disorders (methemoglobinemia, a condition in which less oxygen is delivered to the cells). Let your doctor know if your allergic to Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm or any of its components.
You are required to maintain at least a three-hour gap after application of Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm if you are using more than one topical medicine.
No, you should avoid applying Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm to deeply broken, raw, or bleeding skin. Applying the cream to open wounds can cause the numbing agent to enter your bloodstream too quickly, increasing the risk of systemic side effects. Talk to your doctor if your skin is severely damaged.
No, Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm is formulated exclusively for external topical use on the skin. It is not safe or designed for internal vaginal application. If you suspect you have an internal yeast infection, talk to your doctor or pharmacist for a more appropriate treatment option.
You should consult your healthcare provider before using Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm during pregnancy. While very little of the medicine is absorbed through the skin, your doctor will evaluate whether the benefits of using this cream outweigh any potential risks to your developing baby.
If your skin becomes increasingly red or swollen or begins to blister after applying Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm, you may be experiencing a localised allergic reaction. Stop using the cream immediately, wash the skin gently with plain water, and talk to your doctor right away.
Do not apply Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm to your face unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so. If you do use it on your face, take extreme care to keep the cream away from your eyes, nose, and mouth.
No, you must continue using Lactifem Itch Cream 20 gm for the entire duration prescribed by your healthcare provider. Stopping the treatment too early, even if your symptoms have completely disappeared, can allow surviving fungi to multiply and cause the infection to return. Talk to your doctor if you have questions about your treatment duration.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

608, Siddhartha Building- 96, Nehru Place, New Delhi-110019
Other Info - LAC0746
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