Sulconazole topical

Indications

Tinea corporis, Tinea cruris, Tinea versicolor, Tinea pedis

Adult Dose

Topical/Cutaneous Tinea Infection Tinea corporis, cruris, versicolor: apply cream or solution qHS or BID x 3 weeks Tinea pedis: apply cream qHS or BID x 3-4 weeks

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity.

Precautions

Pregnancy and lactation. Patient Counselling Avoid contact w/ eyes.

Pregnancy-Lactation

C Pregnancy Category: C Lactation: not known whether topical preparations get into breast milk; use caution

Adverse Effects

1-10% Pruritus Erythema Burning Irritation Stinging/tingling

Mechanism of Action

Sulconazole is an imidazole antifungal. It is active against dermatophytes, Candida spp. and M. furfur. It also possesses some antibacterial action against gm+ve organisms.