Fentin Capsule 1'S

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Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Fenticonazole 600 mg

Manufacturer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Variant

1 Capsule(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTIONFENTIN contains Fenticonazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungals. It is used to manage vulvovaginal candidiasis (fungal infection of the vagina and tissues at the opening of the vagina (vulva) caused by the fungus candida albicans, resulting in pain in the vaginal area, pain that occurs during sexual intercourse or during urination, white vaginal discharge, vaginal itching, and redness in the affected area). Fenticonazole works by interfering with the cell membrane of the fungi by inhibiting the production of a substance called ergosterol. This type of action prevents the growth of the fungi by forming holes in the membrane and helps in manageing various fungal infections. Before using FENTIN, inform your doctor if you have or ever had abnormal or irregular vaginal bleeding, blood staining in the vaginal discharge, vulval or vaginal sores, ulcers or blisters, lower abdominal pain or dysuria (painful and difficult urination), and a history of a sexually transmitted disease or exposure to a partner with sexually transmitted disease. FENTIN should be used with caution among pregnant or breastfeeding women, therefore consult your doctor before using it. The most common

Uses

OF FENTIN Manages vulvovaginal candidiasis

How It Works

FENTIN works by interfering with the cell membrane of the fungi by inhibiting the production of a substance called ergosterol. Thereby preventing the growth of the fungi by forming holes in the membrane and helps in manageing various fungal infections.

Directions for Use

Use FENTIN as advised by your physician. It is for vaginal use only. Wash and dry your vaginal area, then lie down in comfortable position and push the vaginal capsule deeply as it is comfortable. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon the severity of the infection.

Side Effects

using FENTIN are mild irritation, itching of the skin and a burning sensation. Contact your physician if any of the symptoms worsen. USES OF FENTIN Manages vulvovaginal candidiasis HOW FENTIN WORKSFENTIN works by interfering with the cell membrane of the fungi by inhibiting the production of a substance called ergosterol. Thereby preventing the growth of the fungi by forming holes in the membrane and helps in manageing various fungal infections. DIRECTIONS FOR USEUse FENTIN as advised by your physician. It is for vaginal use only. Wash and dry your vaginal area, then lie down in comfortable position and push the vaginal capsule deeply as it is comfortable. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon the severity of the infection. SIDE EFFECTS OF FENTINCOMMON mild irritation itching of the skin burning sensation

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYFENTIN should be used with caution in pregnant women unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before using it. BREASTFEEDINGFENTIN should be used with caution in breastfeeding women unless considered clearly necessary. Consult your doctor before using it. ALLERGYDo not use FENTIN if you are allergic to Fenticonazole, or other imidazole antifungals such as clotrimazole or miconazole. OTHERSBefore using FENTIN, inform your doctor if you have: abnormal or irregular vaginal bleeding blood staining in the vaginal discharge vulval or vaginal sores, ulcers, or blisters lower abdominal pain or dysuria (painful and difficult urination) history of sexually transmitted disease or exposure to a partner with sexually transmitted disease Use in pediatrics: FENTIN is generally not recommended to use in children and adolescents below 16 years of age. It should be used with caution in adolescents aged 16 years and above. Consult your doctor before using FENTIN. Use in geriatrics: FENTIN should be used with caution in elderly patients aged 60 years or above. Consult your doctor before using FENTIN.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before using FENTIN, inform your doctor if you are applying or have recently taken any other medicines, including medicines obtained without a prescription, vitamin supplements or herbal products. Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally swallow FENTIN, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose are abdominal pain and vomiting. SYNOPSIS Drug : Fenticonazole Pharmacological Category : Imidazole derivatives Therapeutic Indication : Vulvovaginal candidiasis Dosage Forms : Vaginal Capsule, Cream MORE INFORMATION Keep FENTIN out of reach of children Store at a room temperature

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