Emluz Cream
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Product introduction
Emluz Cream is an antifungal medicine used to treat fungal infections of the skin such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm, and dry, flaky skin. It works by killing the fungi that cause these infections.
Emluz Cream is used in treating various fungus infections
Emluz Cream is used in treating various fungus infections
Uses of Emluz Cream
Benefits of Emluz Cream
In Treatment of Fungal skin infections
Emluz Cream is an antifungal medicine. It kills and prevents the growth of fungus. This relieves the symptoms caused by the infection. It may be used to treat infections such as athlete’s foot, Dhobie Itch, thrush, ringworm, and dry, flaky skin. You should keep using it for as long as it is prescribed even if your symptoms have gone. This will prevent the infection from coming back. Using this medicine as prescribed will relieve pain and itching and may help you feel more comfortable with your skin.
Side effects of Emluz Cream
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Emluz
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
- Dry skin
- Skin peeling
- Blisters on skin
How to use Emluz Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.
How Emluz Cream works
Emluz Cream is an antifungal medication that treats skin infections. It kills the infection-causing fungi by destroying their cell membrane. This relieves discomfort, itching, and irritation on the skin.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Emluz Cream may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Emluz Cream should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
No interaction found/established
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Emluz Cream?
If you miss a dose of Emluz Cream, apply it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Emluz Cream helps treat skin infections caused by many different types of fungi.
- Few healthy tips for Athlete's Foot:
- Keep your feet clean and dry, particularly between the toes.
- Cut your nails short and prefer open-toe shoes for everyday use.
- Use a separate clean towel for the feet and wear clean cotton socks.
- Never share your socks, shoes, and towel with others.
- Apply an amount sufficient to cover the affected area and 1 inch of the immediate surrounding skin.
- It can take a few weeks for the infection to clear and a few months before the skin returns to its normal color.
- Finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- It is not taken orally, so it does not cause many side effects.
- Avoid getting it in the eyes, nose, or mouth. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Inform your doctor if the infection has not cleared up after four weeks of treatment.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Azoles derivatives
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
DERMA
Action Class
Fungal ergosterol synthesis inhibitor
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Emluz Cream
Twice A Day
49%
Once A Day
48%
Thrice A Day
3%
What are you using Emluz Cream for?
Fungal infect*
86%
Others
14%
*Fungal infections
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
50%
Average
33%
Poor
17%
What were the side-effects while using Emluz Cream?
No Side Effec*
50%
Skin burn
25%
Application s*
25%
*No Side Effect, Application site redness
How do you take Emluz Cream?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Emluz Cream on price
Expensive
100%
FAQs
Q. Is Emluz Cream safe in pregnancy?
Emluz Cream should be avoided during pregnancy as there is no data to support its safety in pregnancy. However, you should consult your doctor who will evaluate the benefits versus risks to your unborn baby if it is necessary to use Emluz Cream.
Q. Is Emluz Cream fungicidal or Fungistatic?
Emluz Cream has fungicidal property as it acts by slowing the growth of fungi. It decreases an important constituent of the cell membrane of fungi (ergosterol), thereby exhibiting its fungicidal activity.
Q. How to use Emluz Cream?
Use Emluz Cream exactly as per your doctor’s advice. If you have an athlete's foot between the toes, apply a thin layer of this medicine to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 2 weeks. If you have jock itch or ringworm, apply it to the affected skin areas and spread it to cover at least 1 inch of the surrounding skin. Use it once a day for 1 week. Always wash your hands after you apply this medicine.
Q. How long does it take for Emluz Cream to work?
For different ailments, Emluz Cream works differently. Results for treating an athlete's foot between the toes are typically seen 4 weeks after treatment, but it may take up to 6 weeks in some patients. On the other hand, results for treating jock itch and ringworm are typically seen 3 weeks after treatment, and it may take up to 4 weeks.
Q. How should I store Emluz Cream?
Keep Emluz Cream in the container it came in. Keep the container tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Store it at room temperature (20°C to 25°C) and away from light, excess heat, and moisture (not in the bathroom).
Q. Is Emluz Cream safe to use in children?
Yes, Emluz Cream is safe and effective to be used in children above 2 years of age. Safety and effectiveness were observed to be the same between children and adults.
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Name: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Address: 255/2, Hinjawadi, Pune - 411057, India
Country of origin: India
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