Fentoz
Fentoz Products are primarily used for
About Fentoz Products
Uses of Fentoz Products
Fenticonazole is used in the treatment of fungal infections of vagina. It is used in fungal infections of vulva and vaginal (thrush).
Fentoz Products side effects
Common
Side Effect of Fentoz is Erythema (skin redness).
How Fentoz Products work
Fenticonazole is an antifungal medication. It kills and stops the growth of the fungi by destroying its cell membrane, thereby treating your skin infection.
Patient Concerns about Fentoz Products
Frequently asked questions about Fentoz Products
Frequently asked questions about Fenticonazole
Q. Is Fentoz Vaginal Cream an antibiotic or a steroid?
No, Fentoz Vaginal Cream is neither an antibiotic nor a steroid. It belongs to the imidazole class of antifungals. It is used to treat candidiasis (thrush) occurring in the vulva and vagina.
Q. Does Fentoz Vaginal Cream have any effect on contraceptives?
Yes, Fentoz Vaginal Cream can damage condoms and diaphragms (barrier method of contraception), thereby affecting their efficacy. Therefore, instead of using these, you can use alternative methods of contraception such as contraceptive pills.
Q. How should Fentoz Vaginal Cream be used?
Fentoz Vaginal Cream should be used strictly as per the doctor’s advice. The usual dose of Fentoz Vaginal Cream is one applicator full in the morning and one applicator full in the evening for 3 days. Your symptoms may disappear quickly, but it is important that you continue using the cream for 3 days. Consult your doctor in case you have any confusion regarding the medicine, if your condition worsens or if there is no improvement.
Q. How to store Fentoz Vaginal Cream?
Do not store Fentoz Vaginal Cream above 30°C. Store in the original container. Do not use the medicine after the expiry date shown on the outer packaging. Keep out of the reach and sight of children.
Q. Can Fentoz Vaginal Cream cause any problems?
Fentoz Vaginal Cream can cause certain side effects in some people. Using Fentoz Vaginal Cream may cause mild and transient rash or burning sensations that generally disappear rapidly. Additionally, using Fentoz Vaginal Cream for prolonged periods of time may make you allergic to it.
Q. Will the use of Fentoz Vaginal Cream affect my sex life?
Fentoz Vaginal Cream does not affect sex life. However, do not have vaginal intercourse as long as you are using Fentoz Vaginal Cream. Also, condoms and diaphragms may get damaged and may fail to prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted diseases.
Q. What should I do if the infection comes back?
Fentoz Vaginal Cream can be used again if the candidal infection returns after 7 days. However, if the candidal infection recurs more than twice within six months, you should consult your doctor whether it is candidal infection or something else.
Q. What precautions are necessary while using Fentoz Vaginal Cream?
Do not start treatment with Fentoz Vaginal Cream during menstruation as the cream will be washed off with blood flow. The treatment should be finished before the onset of menstruation. Do not use tampons, vaginal douches, spermicide or other vaginal products while using Fentoz Vaginal Cream.