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Luliconazole is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Cream. It is primarily used for the treatment of Fungal Infections.
The right dosage of Luliconazole depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Luliconazole side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Luliconazole go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Luliconazole has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Unknown effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Luliconazole has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Luliconazole related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Drug Allergy must refrain from the use of Luliconazole since this can cause severe adverse effects.
Besides this, Luliconazole may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Luliconazole is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.
Luliconazole 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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Is the use of Luliconazole safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Luliconazole in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Luliconazole safe during breastfeeding?
In the absence of any scientific study about the side effects of Luliconazole in breastfeeding women, information on safety of Luliconazole is unavailable.
What is the effect of Luliconazole on the Kidneys?
Luliconazole is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Luliconazole on the Liver?
There are no any side effects of Luliconazole on the liver.
What is the effect of Luliconazole on the Heart?
Luliconazole is not harmful for the heart.
Luliconazole 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 Luliconazole unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Luliconazole habit forming or addictive?
Luliconazole is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Luliconazole as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Luliconazole is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Luliconazole is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Luliconazole
It is safe to take Luliconazole with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Luliconazole
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Luliconazole.
Yes, Luliconazole 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.
Luliconazole 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. Luliconazole is effective against fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum.
No, Luliconazole does not contains steroids. It contains luliconazole which belongs to the class of drugs known as antifungal agents (imidazole derivative anti-infectives) which is effective against fungal infections caused by Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum.
Yes, Luliconazole can be used for jock itch also known as tinea cruris which is a fungal infection of the skin that affects the skin area around the genitals, buttocks, and inner thighs caused by fungi such as Trichophyton rubrum and Epidermophyton floccosum. Luliconazole is effective against these fungi and ensures their complete eradication.
No, Luliconazole does not cause dry skin. It has not been reported by the patients who are using this drug. However, your skin becomes after using this medicine it may be due to other reason try to use moisturizer and other preventive cure to eradicate dryness of skin.
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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