Sertaconazole

It isindicated for the topical treatment of interdigital tinea pedis in immunocompetent patients 12 years of age and older, caused by: Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, and Epidermophyton floccosum

Topical Antifungal preparations

Sertaconazole, an imidazole antifungal agent, inhibits fungal cytochrome P450-mediated 14 alpha-lanosterol demethylase enzyme. Ergosterol is the key component of fungal cell membranes and lack of this component leads to fungal cell injury by leakage of key constituents in the cytoplasm from the cell.

This cream should be applied to the affected and immediate surrounding area(s) twice daily for 4 weeks. Not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use

Potential interactions between Sertaconazole cream and other drugs have not been systematically evaluated.

None.

Dermatitis, dry skin, burning skin, application site skin tenderness.

Pregnancy Category C. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies conducted with Sertaconazole cream in pregnant women. Sertaconazole cream should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus. Nursing Mothers: It is not known if sertaconazole is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised

There is no data availalble about overdose of Sertaconazole cream.

Keep out of reach of children. Store in a dry place, below 25°C temperature and protected from light.

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