Ulvin 1%w/w Cream
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Product introduction
Ulvin 1%w/w Cream is an antifungal medication. It is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, nails, scalp, or hair. This medicine is usually used when other medicines failed to clear up the infection or are not appropriate. It kills the fungus and prevents it from growing on your skin.
Ulvin 1%w/w Cream should be taken with food. This will help your body to absorb the medicine. Take it regularly and at the same time each day. Follow the doctor's instructions carefully to get the most benefit. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, skin rash, nausea, and diarrhea. If they do not go away or worsen, you should contact your doctor. Some people may also experience dizziness, you should not drive or operate heavy machines if this happens.
Before using Ulvin 1%w/w Cream, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your heart or liver. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are taking. So let your doctor know about all the other medicines you arte taking to make sure you are safe. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine as it can cause harm to the baby. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine.
Ulvin 1%w/w Cream should be taken with food. This will help your body to absorb the medicine. Take it regularly and at the same time each day. Follow the doctor's instructions carefully to get the most benefit. You should not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Some common side effects of this medicine include headache, skin rash, nausea, and diarrhea. If they do not go away or worsen, you should contact your doctor. Some people may also experience dizziness, you should not drive or operate heavy machines if this happens.
Before using Ulvin 1%w/w Cream, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your heart or liver. It may also affect, or be affected by, some other medicines you are taking. So let your doctor know about all the other medicines you arte taking to make sure you are safe. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not use this medicine as it can cause harm to the baby. You should also avoid drinking alcohol while you are taking this medicine.
Uses of Ulvin Cream
Side effects of Ulvin 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 Ulvin
- Headache
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Vomiting
How to use Ulvin 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 Ulvin Cream works
Ulvin 1%w/w Cream is an antifungal medication. It stops the growth of fungi by preventing fungal cell division.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
Ulvin 1%w/w Cream is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Ulvin 1%w/w Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm 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
- Ulvin 1%w/w Cream is used to treat fungal infections of the skin, nails, scalp, or hair when other medicines have failed to clear up the infection or are not appropriate.
- Take it with food to help your body absorb the medicine.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early may make the infection come back and harder to treat.
- Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Ulvin 1%w/w Cream may cause dizziness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking Ulvin 1%w/w Cream as it may cause excessive drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, and headaches.
- It can make you more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors.
- It can make birth control pills less effective. Use an additional method of contraception while taking Ulvin 1%w/w Cream.
- Do not take Ulvin 1%w/w Cream if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Benzofurans derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Antifungal Others
Patient concerns
FAQs
What if I forget to take a dose of Ulvin 1%w/w Cream?
If you forget a dose of Ulvin 1%w/w Cream, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose at the prescribed time. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.
Is Ulvin 1%w/w Cream effective?
Ulvin 1%w/w 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 Ulvin 1%w/w Cream too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Is Ulvin 1%w/w Cream a steroid?
No, Ulvin 1%w/w Cream is not a steroid. It is a medicine that is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected skin or nails to treat fungal infections of the skin and nails.
Can Ulvin 1%w/w Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?
Yes, the use of Ulvin 1%w/w Cream may cause allergic reactions, but the probability is unknown. Such allergic reaction is not very common and is likely to occur in only susceptible or sensitive individuals. Immediately contact your doctor if you experience such reactions.
Is Ulvin 1%w/w Cream safe?
Ulvin 1%w/w Cream is safe if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.
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Address: 305-307, Ansal Imperial Tower, C Block Community Centre, Naraina Vihar, New Delhi-110028, India
Country of origin: India
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