Sulconazole Nitrate
Generic Name: sulconazole nitrate
Brand Names:
Sulconazole Nitrate
DESCRIPTION SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream 1.0% is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent intended for topical application. Sulconazole nitrate, USP, the active ingredient in SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream, is an imidazole derivative with in vitro antifungal and antiyeast activity.
Overview
DESCRIPTION SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream 1.0% is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent intended for topical application. Sulconazole nitrate, USP, the active ingredient in SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream, is an imidazole derivative with in vitro antifungal and antiyeast activity.
Uses
INDICATIONS AND USAGE SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream 1.0% is an antifungal agent indicated for the treatment of tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris, and tinea corporis caused by Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagro- phytes, Epidermophyton floccosum , and Microsporum canis ,* and for the treatment of tinea versicolor.
Dosage
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION A small amount of cream should be gently massaged into the affected and surrounding skin areas once or twice daily, except in tinea pedis, where administration should be twice daily. Early relief of symptoms is experienced by the majority of patients and clinical improvement may be seen fairly soon after treatment is begun; however, tinea corporis/cruris and tinea versicolor should be treated for 3 weeks and tinea pedis for 4 weeks to reduce the possibility of recurrence. If significant clinical improvement is not seen after 4 to 6 weeks of treatment, an alternate diagnosis should be considered.
Side Effects
ADVERSE REACTIONS There were no systemic effects and only infrequent cutaneous adverse reactions in 1185 patients treated with sulconazole nitrate cream in controlled clinical trials. Approximately 3% of these patients reported itching, 3% burning or stinging, and 1% redness. These complaints did not usually interfere with treatment.
Warnings
CONTRAINDICATIONS SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream 1.0% is contraindicated in patients who have a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
Pregnancy
Pregnancy There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Sulconazole nitrate should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Sulconazole nitrate has been shown to be embryotoxic in rats when given in doses of 125 times the adult human dose (in mg/kg). The drug was not teratogenic in rats or rabbits at oral doses of 50 mg/kg/day. Sulconazole nitrate given orally to rats at a dose 125 times the human dose resulted in prolonged gestation and dystocia. Several females died during the prenatal period, most likely due to labor complications.
Storage
HOW SUPPLIED SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream 1.0% is a smooth, glossy white to off-white cream having a slight characteristic odor. It is supplied as follows: 60 g tube - NDC 72143-311-60 Avoid excessive heat, above 40° C (104° F). To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch .
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sulconazole Nitrate used for?▼
INDICATIONS AND USAGE SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream 1.0% is an antifungal agent indicated for the treatment of tinea pedis (athlete's foot), tinea cruris, and tinea corporis caused by Trichophyton rubrum, Trichophyton mentagro- phytes, Epidermophyton floccosum , and Microsporum canis ,* and for the treatment of tinea versicolor.
What are the side effects of Sulconazole Nitrate?▼
ADVERSE REACTIONS There were no systemic effects and only infrequent cutaneous adverse reactions in 1185 patients treated with sulconazole nitrate cream in controlled clinical trials. Approximately 3% of these patients reported itching, 3% burning or stinging, and 1% redness. These complaints did not usually interfere with treatment.
Can I take Sulconazole Nitrate during pregnancy?▼
Pregnancy There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women. Sulconazole nitrate should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Sulconazole nitrate has been shown to be embryotoxic in rats when given in doses of 125 times the adult human dose (in mg/kg). The drug was not teratogenic in rats or rabbits at oral doses of 50 mg/kg/day. Sulconazole nitrate given orally to rats at a dose 125 times the human dose resulted in prolonged gestation and dystocia. Several females died during the prenatal period, most likely due to labor complications.
What are the important warnings for Sulconazole Nitrate?▼
CONTRAINDICATIONS SULCONAZOLE NITRATE cream 1.0% is contraindicated in patients who have a history of hypersensitivity to any of its ingredients.
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Medical Disclaimer
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