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Luitor is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Luitor is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Luitor safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Luitor during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Is the use of Luitor safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Luitor for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Luitor on the Kidneys?
Luitor is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Luitor on the Liver?
Luitor does not damage the liver.
What is the effect of Luitor on the Heart?
Using Luitor does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Luitor should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Luitor unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Luitor habit forming or addictive?
Luitor does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Luitor since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Luitor is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Luitor in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Luitor
Taking Luitor with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Luitor
Information about the interaction of Luitor and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
Luitor should be applied 1 - 2 times a day or as advised by your doctor. Luitor should be applied after cleaning the infected area, allow it to dry, and then gently rub the medication till it does not appear. Do not forget to wash your hands after applying this drug.
Luitor contains luliconazole which is an antifungal agent that works by preventing the synthesis of ergosterol (a component of the cell membrane of fungi) through inhibition of an enzyme known as lanosterol demethylase. In the absence of ergosterol fungal cell wall is damaged that results in an increase in permeability of fungal cell wall this causes leakage of nutrients which kills the fungi. Luitor is effective against fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum.
Yes, Luitor can cure ringworm. It is used for the treatment of ringworm which is a fungal infection of the skin caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum. It works by preventing the synthesis of ergosterol (a component of the cell membrane of fungi). In the absence of ergosterol fungal cell wall is damaged that results in an increase in permeability of fungal cell wall this causes leakage of nutrients which kills the fungi.
Ideally, Luitor is used for 1 - 2 weeks till the fungal infection is completely eradicated. You are advised to use it as per your doctor's instructions. Do not discontinue the drug suddenly or use it longer than prescribed by your doctor.
Yes, Luitor is safe to use, if applied in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed which occurs rarely such as skin irritation or burning sensation, and contact dermatitis. Do not hesitate to inform your doctor if you are facing any of the above.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Luzu (luliconazole) Cream, 1%
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 174-176
