Amofine
Amofine Products are primarily used for
About Amofine Products
Uses of Amofine Products
Amorolfine is used in the treatment of fungal nail infections and fungal skin infections.
Amofine Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Amofine is Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness).
How Amofine Products work
Amorolfine is an antifungal medication. It works by preventing fungi from producing ergosterol, an essential component of fungal cell membranes. Without ergosterol, the fungi stop growing and its cells breakdown. Gradually, the infected nail grows out, until only healthy nail is left.
Patient Concerns about Amofine Products
Frequently asked questions about Amofine Products
Frequently asked questions about Amorolfine
Q. How often should you use Amofine 0.25% Cream?
Amofine 0.25% Cream contains amorolfine which is an antifungal medicine. It is used to treat fungal infections of the nails. It is applied once weekly on the affected finger or toenails. Sometimes your physician may ask you to apply it twice weekly. The affected areas must be cleaned and dried properly. Do not stop the treatment in between even if the symptoms heal. Your doctor will recommend the exact dose and duration of the treatment based on the type of fungal infection.
Q. Is Amofine 0.25% Cream a steroid?
No, Amofine 0.25% Cream is not a steroid. It is a medicine which is used to kill a wide variety of infection-causing fungus. It is applied on the affected nails to treat fungal infections.
Q. Can we apply Amofine 0.25% 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 only nails and skin. Before using the medicine consult the doctor and follow the instructions carefully.
Q. Can Amofine 0.25% Cream cause any local reaction or rashes?
Yes, the use of Amofine 0.25% 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.
Q. Is Amofine 0.25% Cream safe to be used in kids?
No, Amofine 0.25% Cream should not be used in children and infants. This is because there is no evidence available to prove the safety of the medicine. Consult your doctor in case your kid develops nail or skin infections or has any nail changes.