Fungisome Gel
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Product introduction
Fungisome Gel is an antifungal medication. it is used in the treatment of fungal infections in the skin. It kills the infection-causing fungi and thus prevents it from spreading and helps speed up the healing process.
Fungisome Gel is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. To avoid reinfection, continue the use of this medicine even if symptoms begin to clear up.
Some common side effects include skin irritation, burning sensation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes with water, and seek immediate medical attention.
Fungisome Gel is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. To avoid reinfection, continue the use of this medicine even if symptoms begin to clear up.
Some common side effects include skin irritation, burning sensation, itching, and redness at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Avoid direct contact with your eyes. In case of accidental contact, wash your eyes with water, and seek immediate medical attention.
Uses of Fungisome Gel
Benefits of Fungisome Gel
In Fungal skin infections
Fungisome Gel is used to treat skin infections caused by fungi. It works by killing and stopping the growth of fungi. This provides relief from various symptoms, such as pain and itching, caused by the infection and speeds up the healing process. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.
Side effects of Fungisome Gel
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 Fungisome
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Fungisome Gel
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 gel. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Fungisome Gel works
Fungisome Gel is an antifungal medication. It kills fungi by destroying the fungal cell membrane.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Fungisome Gel 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Fungisome Gel during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Fungisome Gel?
If you miss a dose of Fungisome Gel, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Fungisome Gel should be applied as advised by your doctor.
- Before each application, wash the affected area with soap and water and dry well.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, mouth or nose. Rinse with cold water if you accidentally get it in these areas.
- Do not cover the area being treated with airtight dressings such as bandages unless directed by a doctor, as this may increase the risk of side effects.
- Inform your doctor if the treated skin area does not improve after 2- 4 weeks of treatment.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminoglycosides {Polyenes}
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Fungal cell membrane active agent
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Fungisome Gel
Once A Day
80%
Twice A Day
20%
What are you using Fungisome Gel for?
Kala-azar
100%
FAQs
Q. Is Fungisome Gel fungistatic or fungicidal?
Fungisome Gel is fungicidal in nature, which means it acts by killing the fungus.
Q. What should I tell my doctor before starting treatment with Fungisome Gel?
Before starting treatment with Fungisome Gel, tell your doctor if you have any other health problems, like kidney or liver-related issues. This is because certain medical conditions may affect your treatment and you may even need dose modifications. Let your doctor know about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are planning a baby, if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Q. How to use Fungisome Gel?
Before using Fungisome Gel, 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 Fungisome Gel 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 Fungisome Gel?
Be careful not to get Fungisome Gel into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Fungisome Gel if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly, to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Fungisome Gel with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Fungisome Gel only if prescribed by the doctor.
Q. What should I do if I forget to use Fungisome Gel?
If you forget to use Fungisome Gel, do not worry and continue using Fungisome Gel as soon as you remember. However, if you are not sure and have any other doubts, please consult your doctor.
Q. Can I stop using Fungisome Gel when I feel better?
No, do not stop using Fungisome Gel without consulting your doctor even if you are feeling better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Therefore, for better and complete treatment, it is advised to continue your treatment for the prescribed duration.
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- Phillips MA, Stanley SL Jr. Chemotherapy of Protozoal Infections: Amebiasis, Giardiasis, Trichomoniasis, Trypanosomiasis, Leishmaniasis, and Other Protozoal Infections. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 1424.
- Bennett JE. Antifungal Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1571-75.
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Name: Lifecare Innovations Pvt Ltd
Address: A-13, Iris Tech park, Sector – 48, Sohna Road, Gurugram - 122018, Haryana, India.
Country of origin: India
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