FAQs related to Luliconazole 1%
Is Luliconazole safe in pregnancy?
Luliconazole should be avoided during pregnancy as there is no data to support its safety in pregnancy. However, you should consult your doctor who will evaluate the benefits versus risks to your unborn baby if it is necessary to use Luliconazole.
Is Luliconazole fungicidal or Fungistatic?
Luliconazole has fungicidal property as it acts by slowing the growth of fungi. It decreases an important constituent of the cell membrane of fungi (ergosterol), thereby exhibiting its fungicidal activity.
How to use Luliconazole?
Use Luliconazole exactly as per your doctoru2019s advice. If you have an athletes foot between the toes, apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 2 weeks. If you have jock itch or ringworm, apply it to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 1 week. Always wash your hands after you apply this medicine.
How long does it take for Luliconazole to work?
For different ailments, Luliconazole works differently. Results for treating an athletes foot between the toes are typically seen 4 weeks after treatment, but it may take up to 6 weeks in some patients. On the other hand, results for treating jock itch and ringworm are typically seen 3 weeks after treatment, and it may take up to 4 weeks.
How should I store Luliconazole?
Keep Luliconazole in the container it came in. Keep the container tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Store it at room temperature (20u00b0C to 25u00b0C) and away from light, excess heat, and moisture (not in the bathroom).
Is Luliconazole safe to use in children?
Yes, Luliconazole is safe and effective to be used in children above 2 years of age. Safety and effectiveness were observed to be the same between children and adults.