Lactifem Itch Cream is a medicine used in the treatment of fungal infections in the ear. It works by killing and inhibiting the growth of fungi in the skin. Thereby relieving discomfort, itching, irritation, and pain.
Lactifem Itch Cream is for external use only. It may be prescribed alone or in combination with other medicines. You should use it as advised by your doctor. You should not use it on skin which is broken, bruised, or blistered. If it gets into your eyes, nose, or mouth, vagina, immediately rinse with plenty of water.
It may cause irritation, itching, and burning sensation immediately following application. However, these side effects are temporary and usually subside on their own. Inform your doctor if they persist for a longer duration.
Although medicines used on the skin are not normally affected by other medicines, you should let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicine to be safe. Ask your doctor for advice if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Lactifem Itch Cream is used to treat infections in the ear caused by fungus. It kills and stops the growth of fungus, thereby clearing the infection. Lactifem Itch Cream reduces pain by creating a feeling of numbness at the area of application. It also gives relief from itching, redness and swelling in the ear. Make sure you complete the full dose your doctor has prescribed. This will ensure that the infection is completely cured and prevent it from returning. Along with using ear drops, apply warm compress on the affected ear several times in a day to get relief from pain.
Side effects of Lactifem Cream
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lactifem
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Lactifem Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Lactifem Cream works
Lactifem Itch Cream is a combination of two medicines: Lidocaine and Clotrimazole, which treats ear infections. Lidocaine is a local anesthetic which works by blocking pain signals from the nerves to brain, thereby decreasing pain sensation in the ear. Clotrimazole is an antifungal which stops the growth of fungi in the ear by preventing them from forming their own protective covering.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lactifem Itch Cream is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breast feeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Lactifem Itch Cream is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
Clean and dry the affected skin gently before applying a thin layer of the Lactifem Itch Cream.
Apply only to the affected but intact skin and avoid using on open wounds, cracked skin, or near the eyes and mouth.
Do not cover the application area with a bandage unless your doctor tells you to, as it can trap moisture and worsen irritation.
Wash your hands right after applying to prevent accidentally numbing or irritating other areas.
Continue using Lactifem Itch Cream for the full course even if symptoms improve early, to completely clear the fungal infection.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Patient concerns
Medicine for fungal infections.
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
There is hundred type of fungal infectionFrom which you sufferBetter visit clinic for proper examination
I am regularly using the cream cosmelite But now due to a fungal infection i have to use a antifungal cream fungicros So So i want to know whether i can apply the cream cosmelite after fungicros
Dr. Atul Jain
Dermatology
Pls tell me which part of body have fungal infections
Stop all other applications. Cap. Itraconazole (Itrasys/ Canditral) 100mg twice daily for 2 weeks. Sertacide Cream for application twice daily for 1 month.Tab. Fexova 180 mg (if required in case of itching) Test ? Blood sugar ( Fasting & PP) The treatment has to be complete otherwise it will be recur.
Cap. Itraconazole (Itrasys/ Canditral) 100mg twice daily for 2 weeks.Sertacide Cream for application twice daily for 1 month.Send pictures for better diagnosis and treatment
What were the side-effects while using Lactifem Itch Cream?
No Side Effec*
100%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Lactifem Cream?
With or witho*
75%
With food
25%
*With or without food
Please rate Lactifem Itch Cream on price
Expensive
58%
Average
42%
FAQs
In which conditions is the use of Lactifem Itch Cream avoided?
Use of Lactifem Itch Cream should be avoided in patients with known allergy to its components or any of its other excipients.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Lactifem Itch Cream?
Keep Lactifem Itch Cream in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people.
What if Lactifem Itch Cream is swallowed accidentally or goes into the eyes?
If Lactifem Itch Cream is swallowed accidentally, rinse your mouth with water immediately. If it goes accidentally into the eyes, wash with water. In any of the cases, do inform your doctor.
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References
Sheppard D, Lampiris HW. Antifungal Agents. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 835-844.
Drasner K. Local Anesthetics. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ (Editors). Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. pp. 439-450.
Rogers PD, Krysan DJ. Antifungal Agents. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education; 2018. pp. 1087-1104.
Catterall WA, Mackie K. Local Anesthetics. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, NY: McGraw-Hill Education; 2018. pp. 405-419.
Country of origin: India Expires on or after: September, 2026
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