Uses of Glonazol cream

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Glonazol cream is used topically with antifungal effects, commonly used in cases of fungal infections of the skin. Let's learn about the uses and notes when using this drug through the article below.

1. What is Glonazol cream?

Glonazol cream contains the main ingredient is Ketoconazole with a concentration of 20mg and excipients just enough according to the manufacturer's regulations. The drug is prepared in the form of a topical cream with the packaging of 1 tube of 10g.
Effect of the active ingredient Ketoconazole
Ketoconazole is a broad-spectrum antifungal agent that is effective in killing a wide range of fungal diseases, including superficial skin and mucosal fungi, visceral fungi and some Gram-positive bacteria. Ketoconazole inhibits demethylase, an enzyme involved in the synthesis of ergosterol. Thus, Ketoconazole inhibits the synthesis of ergosterol and lipids of fungal cell membranes. The result is changes in cell membrane permeability, inhibition of membrane function and fungal growth. At low doses, the drug has a fungicidal effect, while at high doses, it is fungicidal.

2. Indications and contraindications for the use of Glonazol cream

2.1. Indications for use of Glonazol cream

Glonazol cream is indicated for use in the following cases:
Treatment of skin fungal infections such as tinea pedis, tinea pedis, tinea pedis caused by Trichophyton, Trichophyton mentagrophytes, Microsporum canis and Epidermophyton floccosum, skin candidiasis and wandering. Patients with seborrheic dermatitis caused by Pityrosporum ovale.

2.2. Contraindications to Glonazol cream

Absolutely do not use Glonazol cream in case the patient is allergic to any ingredient of the drug.

3. Dosage and how to use Glonazol cream

Apply a thin layer to infected skin once daily for 2 weeks for ringworm, ringworm, tinea versicolor, tinea pedis and tinea versicolor. For seborrheic dermatitis, use Glonazol cream twice daily for 4 weeks. Patients should continue treatment for at least a few days after symptoms have completely resolved. After about 4 weeks of treatment with Glonazol cream, if clinical symptoms do not improve, the diagnosis should be reviewed. Implement general hygiene and hygiene measures at the site of application to control sources of contamination or reinfection.

4. What to do when an overdose of Glonazol cream?

The drug is used by applying topically to the area to be treated, so when an overdose occurs compared to the doctor's prescription, there are only symptoms at the area where the cream is applied. Excessive application on the skin can cause erythema, edema and burning sensation at the site of application. These symptoms will gradually decrease and disappear when the drug is stopped. Consult your doctor to consider the severity of symptoms to decide whether to discontinue the drug for the patient.

5. Side effects of Glonazol cream

During the use of Glonazol cream, there may be a small number of undesirable effects at the application site such as a burning sensation or skin irritation. Patients may discontinue use and consult a physician if sensitization or chemical irritation occurs. You should inform your doctor about the side effects encountered when taking the drug so that he can consult the necessary information.

6. Glonazol cream interactions

Glonazol cream is applied topically to the skin, so it is not absorbed into the bloodstream. Therefore, there are no clinically significant interactions between Glonazol cream and other drugs if used concomitantly. However, in order to achieve good results, in case the patient has to use 2 or more topical drugs, the application should be spaced at least 5 minutes apart between 2 applications on the area to be treated.

7. Note and store Glonazol cream

Do not apply Glonazol cream to the eyes. In case the medicine gets into the eyes, rinse immediately with water. If there is severe eye irritation, immediately go to the nearest medical facility for appropriate intervention. Children use Glonazol cream under adult supervision. The drug can be used for pregnant and lactating women because the drug is only applied to the skin and is not absorbed into the blood, so it does not affect the fetus and breastfed babies. The drug should be stored in a dry place, protected from light, at a temperature not exceeding 30 degrees Celsius. Above are the important information of Glonazol cream, carefully read the instructions before use and follow the doctor's instructions. The doctor will bring the best treatment results for the patient.

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