Sulconazole

Sulconazole solution 1.0% is indicated for the treatment of tinea cruris and tinea corporis caused by Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Epidermophyton floccosum, and Microsporum canis; and for the treatment of tinea versicolor. Effectiveness has not been proven in tinea pedis (athlete’s foot). (Tinea corporis; Tinea cruris; Tinea pedis; Tinea versicolor;)

Sulconazole is used to treat infections caused by a fungus. It works by killing the fungus or preventing its growth.

Sulconazole is applied to the skin to treat the following:

• ringworm of the body (tinea corporis);
• ringworm of the foot (tinea pedis; athlete's foot);
• ringworm of the groin (tinea cruris; jock itch);
• ``sun fungus'' (tinea versicolor; pityriasis versicolor).

Sulconazole may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Topical Sulconazole is available only with your doctor's prescription.

Once a medicine has been approved for marketing for a certain use, experience may show that it is also useful for other medical problems. Although this use is not included in product labeling, Sulconazole is used in certain patients with the following medical condition:

• Cutaneous candidiasis

Usual Adult Dose for Tinea Corporis

Topical cream or solution: Gently massage a small amount into the affected and surrounding skin areas once or twice a day.

Duration of therapy: 3 weeks

Comments:

-Topical cream: Most patients have early symptom relief; clinical improvement may be seen fairly soon after start of therapy.

-Topical solution: Symptomatic relief usually occurs within a few days after starting this product; clinical improvement usually occurs within 1 week.

-Should treat for 3 weeks to reduce possible recurrence

Uses: For the treatment of tinea cruris and tinea corporis due to Trichophyton rubrum, T mentagrophytes, Epidermophyton floccosum, and Microsporum canis; for the treatment of tinea versicolor

Usual Adult Dose for Tinea Cruris

Topical cream or solution: Gently massage a small amount into the affected and surrounding skin areas once or twice a day.

Duration of therapy: 3 weeks

Comments:

-Topical cream: Most patients have early symptom relief; clinical improvement may be seen fairly soon after start of therapy.

-Topical solution: Symptomatic relief usually occurs within a few days after starting this product; clinical improvement usually occurs within 1 week.

-Should treat for 3 weeks to reduce possible recurrence

Uses: For the treatment of tinea cruris and tinea corporis due to Trichophyton rubrum, T mentagrophytes, Epidermophyton floccosum, and Microsporum canis; for the treatment of tinea versicolor

Usual Adult Dose for Tinea Versicolor

Topical cream or solution: Gently massage a small amount into the affected and surrounding skin areas once or twice a day.

Duration of therapy: 3 weeks

Comments:

-Topical cream: Most patients have early symptom relief; clinical improvement may be seen fairly soon after start of therapy.

-Topical solution: Symptomatic relief usually occurs within a few days after starting this product; clinical improvement usually occurs within 1 week.

-Should treat for 3 weeks to reduce possible recurrence

Uses: For the treatment of tinea cruris and tinea corporis due to Trichophyton rubrum, T mentagrophytes, Epidermophyton floccosum, and Microsporum canis; for the treatment of tinea versicolor

Usual Adult Dose for Tinea Pedis

Topical cream: Gently massage a small amount into the affected and surrounding skin areas twice a day.

Duration of therapy: 4 weeks

Comments:

-Most patients have early symptom relief; clinical improvement may be seen fairly soon after start of therapy.

-Should treat for 4 weeks to reduce possible recurrence

Use: For the treatment of tinea pedis due to T rubrum, T mentagrophytes, E floccosum, and M canis

Renal Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Liver Dose Adjustments

Data not available

Precautions

Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 18 years.

Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.

Dialysis

Data not available

Other Comments

Administration advice:

-Only use topically/externally; not for ophthalmic use.

Storage requirements:

-Avoid excessive heat, above 40C (104F).

-Topical solution: Protect from light.

General:

-If significant clinical improvement is not seen after 4 to 6 weeks of treatment with the topical cream, or after 4 weeks of treatment with the topical solution, an alternate diagnosis should be considered.

-Effectiveness of the topical solution has not been shown in tinea pedis.

Patient advice:

-Use this drug as directed by physician; only use it externally.

-Avoid contact with the eyes.

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What is the most important information I should know about Sulconazole?

This medicine is contraindicated in patients who have a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.

Use Sulconazole cream as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

• To clear up your infection completely, continue using Sulconazole cream for the full course of treatment.
• Sulconazole cream is for external use only.
• Clean the affected area with soap and water and dry thoroughly. Apply enough medicine to cover the affected area. Rub in gently.
• Do not cover unless directed otherwise by your doctor.
• Wash your hands immediately after using Sulconazole cream, unless your hands are part of the treated area.
• If you miss a dose of Sulconazole cream, use it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Sulconazole cream.

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What are the possible side effects of Sulconazole?

Applies to Sulconazole topical: topical cream, topical solution

As well as its needed effects, Sulconazole topical may cause unwanted side effects that require medical attention.

Severity: Moderate

If any of the following side effects occur while taking Sulconazole topical, check with your doctor or nurse as soon as possible:

Less common:

• Burning or stinging, itching, redness of the skin, or other signs of irritation not present before use of this medicine

Sulconazole, brand name Exelderm, is a broad-spectrum anti-fungal agent available as a topical cream and solution. Sulconazole nitrate, the active ingredient, is an imidazole derivative that inhibits the growth of common pathogenic dermatophytes making it an effective treatment for tinea cruris and tinea corporis infections.