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Sovasol is a drug commonly used in the treatment of fungi such as Candida in the mouth or throat, Candida on the skin, fungus between the fingers and feet, ringworm caused by Malassezia furfur, nail inflammation - around the nails. Patients need to take the medicine exactly as prescribed by the doctor to avoid possible side effects.
1. What is Sovasol?
Sovasol contains the main ingredient is Clotrimazol 0.5mg/ml. This is a synthetic antifungal agent belonging to the broad-spectrum imidazole group, commonly used in the topical treatment of fungal skin diseases.
Clotrimazole's mechanism of action is to bind to phospholipids in the fungal cell membrane, from there it will change the permeability of the membrane. Then, clotrimazole will cause loss of essential intracellular substances leading to destruction of fungal cells.
2. Indications and contraindications to the drug Sovasol
Sovasol is indicated for use in the following cases:
Local treatment of tinea pedis, interstitial fungus. Local treatment of inguinal fungus, tinea versicolor, strabismus caused by T. rubrum, T. mentagrophytes, E. floccosum and M. Canis. Local treatment of candidiasis caused by C. albicans and tinea versicolor caused by M. furfur. It can also be used in non-fungal skin infections such as erythrasma caused by Corynebacterium minutissimum. Sovasol is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to topical Clotrimazole or Imidazole.
3. Dosage and how to use Sovasol
First, you need to clean the affected area and apply a thin layer of medicine to the skin. Gently apply to the affected area and spread to the surrounding area. You need to take the medicine every day, morning and night, continuously for a period of 1 month or at least two weeks after the symptoms are completely gone to prevent recurrence. Usually, clinical symptoms will improve, reduce itching within the first week. In the case of using the drug for 1 month but the symptoms do not decrease, you need to review the diagnosis or change another drug. In particular, patients should discontinue use if the disease worsens or irritation occurs. If the damaged skin area has many scales, secretions, pus, dirty fluid, the patient should clean before applying the medicine, absolutely do not bandage or cover. Before applying the medicine, it is necessary to avoid scratching the skin. Patients strive to keep the affected area clean and dry, in conjunction with good personal hygiene.
4. Sovasol side effects
During the use of Sovasol, patients may experience some of the following side effects:
Redness, stinging sensation, blisters, skin peeling. Itching, skin edema, urticaria, burning sensation, irritation especially when there is an open lesion. However, if the above symptoms are mild and unclear, the patient does not need to stop taking the drug.
5. Drug interactions
Use of Sovasol may increase the serum concentration of Tacrolimus in liver transplant patients. Therefore, the use of Tacrolimus in this group of patients should be reduced as needed.
In addition, Sovasol can also interact with some other Western medicine. Therefore, you need to inform your doctor about the medicines you are using (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, herbs and supplements) to ensure safety for your health.
6. Be careful when taking medicine
If you notice signs of irritation in the application area (redness, itching, burning, blisters, swelling) or signs of hypersensitivity when using Sovasol, the patient should stop using it immediately. During treatment with Sovasol, you need to avoid sources of infection or reinfection. Sir, absolutely do not use this drug to treat systemic fungus. For pregnant women, data on the effects of the drug on the first trimester of pregnancy are not sufficient. Therefore, people who are pregnant in the first 3 months of pregnancy should only use Sovasol when clearly prescribed by a doctor. For women who are breastfeeding, you need to be careful when using Sovasol during this period. Sovasol has no influence on the ability to drive and use machines. Above is some information about uses, dosage and precautions when using Sovasol. To ensure safety for your health and maximize the effectiveness of your treatment, you need to take Sovasol exactly as directed by your doctor.
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