Phytoral Ointment 30gm
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Ketoconazole 2 %
Manufacturer
Micro Labs Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT PHYTORAL OINTMENTPHYTORAL OINTMENT contains Ketoconazole which belongs to the group of medicines called Antifungals. It is used in adults to manage fungal and yeast infections which may appear on the skin of the hands, feet, genital area, trunk, groin, scalp, face, chest or back. PHYTORAL OINTMENT is not recommended for eye infections. Before applying PHYTORAL OINTMENT, inform your doctor if you are using a cream, ointment or lotion that contains a steroid. PHYTORAL OINTMENT can be used if you are pregnant or breast-feeding,
Uses
OF PHYTORAL OINTMENTManages the fungal or yeast infections of skin appearing on: trunk, chest, back hands, feet scalp, face groin, genitals
How It Works
PHYTORAL OINTMENT reduces fungal infection by inhibiting the growth of the fungus by weakening the structure and function of the fungal cell membrane.
Directions for Use
Apply PHYTORAL OINTMENT as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Wash the infected area and dry it well. Apply it to the affected and immediate surrounding area with clean fingers. Unless the affected skin is on your hands, wash your hands with soap and water after using PHYTORAL OINTMENT in order to stop you from spreading the infection to other parts of your body or to other people. Keep using PHYTORAL OINTMENT until a few days after all symptoms have completely disappeared. This is to manage your symptoms from recurring. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Usually, you will see improvement after 4 weeks but if you don’t, talk to your doctor.
Side Effects
applying PHYTORAL OINTMENT are burning sensation, skin redness, or itching. If any of the symptoms worsen, contact your doctor. USES OF PHYTORAL OINTMENTManages the fungal or yeast infections of skin appearing on: trunk, chest, back hands, feet scalp, face groin, genitals HOW PHYTORAL OINTMENT WORKSPHYTORAL OINTMENT reduces fungal infection by inhibiting the growth of the fungus by weakening the structure and function of the fungal cell membrane. DIRECTIONS FOR USEApply PHYTORAL OINTMENT as advised by your physician. It is for external use only. Wash the infected area and dry it well. Apply it to the affected and immediate surrounding area with clean fingers. Unless the affected skin is on your hands, wash your hands with soap and water after using PHYTORAL OINTMENT in order to stop you from spreading the infection to other parts of your body or to other people. Keep using PHYTORAL OINTMENT until a few days after all symptoms have completely disappeared. This is to manage your symptoms from recurring. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Usually, you will see improvement after 4 weeks but if you don’t, talk to your doctor. SIDE EFFECTS OF PHYTORAL OINTMENTCOMMON burning sensation skin redness or itching UNCOMMON hypersensitivity raised blisters or inflammation of the skin shedding of the skin problems where the medicine is applied (bleeding, discomfort, dryness, inflammation, tingling) skin irritation like rash sticky skin RAREStop applying PHYTORAL OINTMENT and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe irritation or reddening of the skin where the medicine has been applied, or other signs of allergy during initial management days peeling or blistering of the skin
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYPHYTORAL OINTMENT can be used if you are pregnant, however, consult your doctor for advice. BREASTFEEDINGPHYTORAL OINTMENT can be used if you are breast-feeding, however, consult your doctor for advice. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESPHYTORAL OINTMENT is unlikely to affect your ability to drive or to use machinery. ALLERGYDo not apply PHYTORAL OINTMENT if you are allergic to Ketoconazole or any of the other ingredients of this medicine. OTHERSPHYTORAL OINTMENT is not recommended for eye infections. Consult your doctor for advice. Use in pediatrics: PHYTORAL OINTMENT is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Consult your child’s doctor for advice.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug - Drug interactions: Before applying PHYTORAL OINTMENT, inform your doctor if you are using the following medicines: medicines used to manage inflammatory conditions (Ex. betamethasone, hydrocortisone) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally apply too much of PHYTORAL OINTMENT, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdose include burning sensation, redness or swelling. SYNOPSIS Drug : Ketoconazole Pharmacological Category : Azole antifungal Therapeutic Indication : Fungal infections Dosage Forms : Tablet, Solution, Scalp Solution, Cream, Gel, Lotion, Ointment, Shampoo, Soap, Body Wash, Bar, Eye Drops, Dusting Powder, Scrub MORE INFORMATION Keep PHYTORAL OINTMENT out of reach of children Do not store above 25°C
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Dr. Sankara Babu Gorle
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Last Updated
22 Oct 2022