Pretifungin
Pretifungin Products are primarily used for
Fungal skin infections, Fungal infections, Fungal nail infections
About Pretifungin Products
Uses of Pretifungin Products
Ciclopirox is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections, fungal infections, fungal nail infections, skin infections, nail infections, fungal infections of mouth (Thrush) and dandruff.
Pretifungin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Pretifungin are Burning sensation, Periungual erythema, Proximal nail-fold erythema, Nail disorder.
Severe
Side Effects of Pretifungin are Erythema (skin redness), Stinging sensation, Irritation.
How Pretifungin Products work
Ciclopirox is an anti-fungal medicine. It stops protein production in the fungal cells disrupting the cell division process. This is how it prevents further growth of fungi.
Patient Concerns about Pretifungin Products
Frequently asked questions about Pretifungin Products
Frequently asked questions about Ciclopirox
Q. Is Pretifungin 1% Cream effective?
Pretifungin 1% Cream is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Pretifungin 1% Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. How to use Pretifungin 1% Cream?
Before using Pretifungin 1% Cream, clean and dry the affected area. Gently and thoroughly massage it into the skin. Be careful not to get the medication in your eyes or mouth. If Pretifungin 1% Cream gets in your eyes accidentally, wash with plenty of water and call your doctor if your eyes are irritated.
Q. What precautions do I need to take while using Pretifungin 1% Cream?
Be careful not to get Pretifungin 1% Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately. You must not use Pretifungin 1% Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Do not cover the area being treated with Pretifungin 1% Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects.
Q. Is Pretifungin 1% Cream a steroid?
No, Pretifungin 1% Cream is not a steroid. It is a medicine used to treat a wide variety of infection-causing fungi. It is applied to the affected skin or nails to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.
Q. Can we apply Pretifungin 1% Cream on other parts of the body?
No, this medicine should not be used on other parts of the body, like the eyes, oral cavity, or intravaginally. Its use should be restricted to nails and skin only. Always consult your doctor before using the medicine and follow the instructions carefully.
Q. Can Pretifungin 1% Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?
Allergic reactions are not very common and are likely to occur only in susceptible or sensitive individuals. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.