Lunoz 1% Cream

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Composition FOR Lunoz 1% w/w Cream

Luliconazole(1% w/w)

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Lunoz 1% 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.
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Lunoz 1% Cream is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Lunoz 1% w/w Cream

Luliconazole(1% w/w)

Lunoz cream uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of fungal skin infections.

How lunoz cream works

Lunoz 1% 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.

Common side effects of lunoz cream

Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness), Dry skin

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Expert advice FOR Lunoz Cream

  • Luliconazole 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Lunoz 1% w/w Cream

Luliconazole

Q. Is Lunoz 1% Cream safe in pregnancy?
Lunoz 1% 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 Lunoz 1% Cream.
Q. Is Lunoz 1% Cream fungicidal or Fungistatic?
Lunoz 1% 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 Lunoz 1% Cream?
Use Lunoz 1% 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.
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Q. How long does it take for Lunoz 1% Cream to work?
For different ailments, Lunoz 1% 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 Lunoz 1% Cream?
Keep Lunoz 1% 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 Lunoz 1% Cream safe to use in children?
Yes, Lunoz 1% 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.

Content on this page was last updated on 30 March, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)